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Water temperature in Nuuk

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Nuuk. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Nuuk now

42.4

°F

July 13, 14:32

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

43.1°F

Tomorrow:

42.6°F

Sunrise:

-

Sunset:

-

Day Length:

-

Nuuk in July

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

32.5°F

Maximum:

33.9°F

Sea water temperature in Nuuk today

As of now, in Nuuk, the water temperature is 42.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 2.2°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 43.9°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 36.8°F on 2016.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 42.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 42.5°F, while the maximum might reach 43.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Nuuk

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 29 40.0°F 40.1°F 38.4°F
Jun 30 39.7°F 38.2°F 37.9°F
Jul 1 40.5°F 38.0°F 38.0°F
Jul 2 40.4°F 37.9°F 38.2°F
Jul 3 39.9°F 37.6°F 38.6°F
Jul 4 39.8°F 38.0°F 38.6°F
Jul 5 40.2°F 40.0°F 38.9°F
Jul 6 40.5°F 40.2°F 38.8°F
Jul 7 41.5°F 39.9°F 39.2°F
Jul 8 41.9°F 39.8°F 39.4°F
Jul 9 42.9°F 40.3°F 39.8°F
Jul 10 43.7°F 41.3°F 40.2°F
Jul 11 43.3°F 42.3°F 40.1°F
Jul 12 43.1°F 41.1°F 40.1°F
Jul 13 42.4°F 41.3°F 40.2°F
Jul 14 42.6°F 40.9°F 40.4°F
Jul 15 42.5°F 41.0°F 40.3°F
Jul 16 42.7°F 41.3°F 40.5°F
Jul 17 43.0°F 40.9°F 40.8°F
Jul 18 42.9°F 40.6°F 40.7°F
Jul 19 42.8°F 41.6°F 40.6°F
Jul 20 42.9°F 41.5°F 40.7°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Nuuk by month

In an average year, Nuuk offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Nuuk was recorded on August 15, 2019, reaching a 47.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 1, 2016, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 32.5°F in Winter, 32.8°F in Spring, 39.7°F in Summer, and 36.7°F in Autumn.