What is the current water temperature in Wakkanai?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Wakkanai?

As of now, in Wakkanai, the water temperature is 3.68°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 Wakkanai

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Wakkanai. 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.

38.6

°F

March 2, 04:28

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

39.0°F

Tomorrow:

38.8°F

Sunrise:

06:11

Sunset:

17:21

Day Length:

11 h. 10 min.

Wakkanai in March

Minimum:

38.4°F

Average:

41.4°F

Maximum:

43.7°F

Sea water temperature in Wakkanai today

As of now, in Wakkanai, the water temperature is 38.6°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 1.6°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 40.8°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 32.5°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

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 39.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 38.8°F, while the maximum might reach 39.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Wakkanai

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 16	38.1°F	40.7°F	37.7°F
Feb 17	38.0°F	41.2°F	37.7°F
Feb 18	37.8°F	40.5°F	37.7°F
Feb 19	37.5°F	40.2°F	37.5°F
Feb 20	38.6°F	41.0°F	37.8°F
Feb 21	38.2°F	41.0°F	37.6°F
Feb 22	38.8°F	40.1°F	37.6°F
Feb 23	39.3°F	40.0°F	37.5°F
Feb 24	38.8°F	40.1°F	37.2°F
Feb 25	37.3°F	40.4°F	37.2°F
Feb 26	39.2°F	40.5°F	37.2°F
Feb 27	39.1°F	41.0°F	37.3°F
Feb 28	39.1°F	39.7°F	37.3°F
Mar 1	39.0°F	40.1°F	37.4°F
Mar 2	38.6°F	40.8°F	37.0°F
Mar 3	38.8°F	40.8°F	37.1°F
Mar 4	38.8°F	41.2°F	37.2°F
Mar 5	38.9°F	40.8°F	37.3°F
Mar 6	39.1°F	40.8°F	37.5°F
Mar 7	39.3°F	40.8°F	37.7°F
Mar 8	39.5°F	41.6°F	37.8°F
Mar 9	39.6°F	40.9°F	38.0°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 Wakkanai by month

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

The warmest water in Wakkanai was recorded on August 27, 2023, reaching a 78.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 2, 2022, dipping to 32.5°F. The average readings by season are 41.0°F in Winter, 43.3°F in Spring, 63.8°F in Summer, and 61.5°F in Autumn.