What is the current water temperature in Katwijk aan Zee?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Katwijk aan Zee?

As of now, in Katwijk aan Zee, the water temperature is 13.46°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 Katwijk aan Zee

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Katwijk aan Zee. 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.

56.2

°F

May 19, 10:48

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

56.6°F

Tomorrow:

56.4°F

Sunrise:

05:42

Sunset:

21:36

Day Length:

15 h. 54 min.

Katwijk aan Zee in May

Minimum:

43.4°F

Average:

45.0°F

Maximum:

46.6°F

Sea water temperature in Katwijk aan Zee today

As of now, in Katwijk aan Zee, the water temperature is 56.2°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 1.5°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 stay about the same.

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 59.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 52.5°F on 2021.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 57.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.4°F, while the maximum might reach 57.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Katwijk aan Zee

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 5	54.1°F	52.6°F	51.4°F
May 6	54.8°F	54.6°F	51.8°F
May 7	54.2°F	54.4°F	52.0°F
May 8	54.0°F	54.5°F	52.5°F
May 9	53.8°F	53.8°F	52.8°F
May 10	53.7°F	53.7°F	52.7°F
May 11	53.4°F	53.5°F	52.4°F
May 12	53.6°F	53.6°F	52.6°F
May 13	55.8°F	54.6°F	53.6°F
May 14	56.9°F	54.9°F	53.9°F
May 15	56.8°F	58.2°F	54.3°F
May 16	57.5°F	57.8°F	54.4°F
May 17	55.5°F	57.5°F	54.3°F
May 18	56.6°F	58.7°F	54.7°F
May 19	56.2°F	59.8°F	54.7°F
May 20	56.4°F	58.7°F	54.9°F
May 21	56.8°F	58.8°F	55.3°F
May 22	57.1°F	58.4°F	55.6°F
May 23	57.3°F	58.8°F	55.8°F
May 24	57.5°F	59.8°F	56.0°F
May 25	57.6°F	59.4°F	56.1°F
May 26	57.7°F	58.7°F	56.2°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 Katwijk aan Zee by month

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

The warmest water in Katwijk aan Zee was recorded on September 11, 2023, reaching a 71.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 4, 2018, dipping to 37.3°F. The average readings by season are 44.5°F in Winter, 48.8°F in Spring, 64.4°F in Summer, and 59.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Leiden	56.3°F	5mi
Scheveningen	56.8°F	9mi
The Hague	57.1°F	10mi
Amsterdam	60.5°F	24mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Katwijk aan Zee