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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.
Sea temperature in Wakkanai now

72.0

°F

August 14, 23:50

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

71.4°F

Tomorrow:

71.7°F

Sunrise:

04:32

Sunset:

18:44

Day Length:

14 h. 12 min.

Wakkanai in August

Minimum:

38.5°F

Average:

40.7°F

Maximum:

43.2°F

Sea water temperature in Wakkanai today

As of now, in Wakkanai, the water temperature is 72.0°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall 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 77.0°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 67.0°F on 2021.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 71.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Wakkanai

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 31 68.2°F 72.4°F 69.6°F
Aug 1 68.5°F 73.8°F 69.8°F
Aug 2 67.7°F 73.1°F 69.5°F
Aug 3 69.1°F 76.0°F 70.5°F
Aug 4 71.4°F 75.8°F 70.6°F
Aug 5 71.9°F 75.4°F 71.0°F
Aug 6 72.3°F 75.4°F 70.8°F
Aug 7 72.5°F 75.6°F 71.3°F
Aug 8 71.9°F 74.9°F 70.6°F
Aug 9 71.7°F 74.8°F 70.5°F
Aug 10 71.8°F 75.0°F 70.8°F
Aug 11 71.4°F 75.0°F 70.7°F
Aug 12 70.6°F 76.5°F 71.2°F
Aug 13 71.4°F 76.4°F 70.8°F
Aug 14 72.0°F 77.0°F 70.4°F
Aug 15 71.7°F 76.4°F 70.1°F
Aug 16 71.3°F 76.4°F 69.7°F
Aug 17 71.7°F 75.6°F 70.1°F
Aug 18 71.5°F 76.2°F 69.9°F
Aug 19 72.2°F 76.6°F 70.6°F
Aug 20 72.1°F 75.6°F 70.5°F
Aug 21 72.3°F 74.8°F 70.7°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 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, 43.4°F in Spring, 63.9°F in Summer, and 61.5°F in Autumn.