What is the current water temperature in Paamiut?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Paamiut?

As of now, in Paamiut, the water temperature is 5.03°C. 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.

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Water temperature in Paamiut

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Paamiut. 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.

41.1

°F

August 8, 18:18

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

40.9°F

Tomorrow:

41.5°F

Sunrise:

07:03

Sunset:

23:44

Day Length:

16 h. 41 min.

Paamiut in August

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

32.1°F

Maximum:

32.6°F

Sea water temperature in Paamiut today

As of now, in Paamiut, the water temperature is 41.1°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 0.8°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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 42.4°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 38.1°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 42.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 41.5°F, while the maximum might reach 42.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Paamiut

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 25	40.8°F	37.5°F	39.6°F
Jul 26	39.5°F	37.7°F	39.7°F
Jul 27	40.4°F	37.6°F	39.6°F
Jul 28	39.7°F	37.6°F	39.6°F
Jul 29	38.9°F	36.5°F	39.7°F
Jul 30	40.5°F	36.5°F	40.1°F
Jul 31	38.5°F	37.8°F	40.1°F
Aug 1	41.0°F	37.1°F	40.7°F
Aug 2	38.9°F	37.9°F	40.6°F
Aug 3	39.7°F	39.1°F	41.1°F
Aug 4	40.8°F	36.5°F	40.7°F
Aug 5	41.7°F	37.6°F	41.1°F
Aug 6	40.3°F	38.3°F	40.6°F
Aug 7	40.9°F	38.5°F	40.4°F
Aug 8	41.1°F	38.2°F	40.3°F
Aug 9	41.5°F	38.5°F	40.7°F
Aug 10	41.8°F	38.8°F	41.0°F
Aug 11	42.1°F	39.0°F	41.3°F
Aug 12	42.2°F	39.2°F	41.4°F
Aug 13	42.4°F	39.4°F	41.6°F
Aug 14	42.3°F	39.2°F	41.5°F
Aug 15	42.3°F	39.3°F	41.6°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 Paamiut by month

In an average year, Paamiut offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Paamiut was recorded on August 22, 2023, reaching a 45.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 1, 2016, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 32.3°F in Winter, 32.5°F in Spring, 38.7°F in Summer, and 36.4°F in Autumn.