What is the current water temperature in Qaqortoq?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Qaqortoq?

As of now, in Qaqortoq, the water temperature is 2.92°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 Qaqortoq

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Qaqortoq. 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.

37.3

°F

June 30, 20:49

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

38.0°F

Tomorrow:

37.5°F

Sunrise:

Sunset:

Day Length:

Qaqortoq in July

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

32.1°F

Maximum:

33.4°F

Sea water temperature in Qaqortoq today

As of now, in Qaqortoq, the water temperature is 37.3°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 0.7°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 falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 42.7°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 32.0°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 38.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 37.5°F, while the maximum might reach 39.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Qaqortoq

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 16	34.1°F	36.6°F	35.4°F
Jun 17	33.8°F	37.4°F	35.4°F
Jun 18	33.8°F	37.6°F	35.9°F
Jun 19	34.6°F	39.0°F	36.4°F
Jun 20	37.3°F	37.3°F	36.1°F
Jun 21	38.1°F	36.1°F	36.3°F
Jun 22	36.9°F	35.0°F	36.5°F
Jun 23	36.1°F	34.1°F	36.4°F
Jun 24	36.3°F	33.2°F	36.3°F
Jun 25	36.2°F	32.7°F	36.2°F
Jun 26	36.6°F	33.4°F	36.5°F
Jun 27	37.1°F	33.3°F	36.7°F
Jun 28	36.8°F	33.3°F	36.6°F
Jun 29	38.0°F	33.8°F	36.3°F
Jun 30	37.3°F	35.3°F	36.6°F
Jul 1	37.5°F	35.9°F	36.8°F
Jul 2	37.5°F	37.8°F	36.9°F
Jul 3	39.2°F	39.1°F	38.5°F
Jul 4	39.3°F	38.4°F	38.7°F
Jul 5	39.4°F	36.6°F	38.7°F
Jul 6	39.6°F	37.9°F	38.9°F
Jul 7	39.4°F	37.3°F	38.8°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 Qaqortoq by month

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

The warmest water in Qaqortoq was recorded on August 22, 2022, reaching a 49.4°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, 32.4°F in Spring, 39.1°F in Summer, and 37.4°F in Autumn.