What is the current water temperature in Sapporo?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Sapporo?

As of now, in Sapporo, the water temperature is 12.24°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 Sapporo

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Sapporo. 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.

54.0

°F

May 13, 19:41

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

52.4°F

Tomorrow:

54.3°F

Sunrise:

04:14

Sunset:

18:48

Day Length:

14 h. 34 min.

Sapporo in May

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

36.3°F

Maximum:

42.5°F

Sea water temperature in Sapporo today

As of now, in Sapporo, the water temperature is 54.0°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 3.2°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 52.5°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 48.9°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 55.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 54.3°F, while the maximum might reach 56.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Sapporo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 29	48.9°F	45.8°F	43.8°F
Apr 30	49.4°F	45.6°F	44.4°F
May 1	47.9°F	47.3°F	44.9°F
May 2	47.4°F	47.6°F	45.1°F
May 3	47.7°F	47.9°F	45.6°F
May 4	49.0°F	47.4°F	45.7°F
May 5	49.0°F	49.2°F	46.0°F
May 6	49.7°F	49.8°F	46.9°F
May 7	50.8°F	50.2°F	47.8°F
May 8	50.9°F	51.3°F	48.7°F
May 9	51.8°F	51.7°F	49.5°F
May 10	51.7°F	52.0°F	49.8°F
May 11	52.4°F	52.6°F	50.3°F
May 12	52.4°F	53.2°F	51.0°F
May 13	54.0°F	51.3°F	50.9°F
May 14	54.3°F	52.1°F	51.2°F
May 15	54.9°F	55.0°F	51.7°F
May 16	54.8°F	54.5°F	51.7°F
May 17	54.9°F	53.2°F	51.8°F
May 18	55.2°F	53.2°F	52.0°F
May 19	55.6°F	51.2°F	52.4°F
May 20	56.0°F	52.1°F	52.8°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 Sapporo by month

In Sapporo, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 29.

The warmest water in Sapporo was recorded on August 24, 2023, reaching a 81.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 1, 2020, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 37.4°F in Winter, 42.9°F in Spring, 67.5°F in Summer, and 63.2°F in Autumn.