What is the current water temperature in Leiden?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Leiden?

As of now, in Leiden, the water temperature is 19.19°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Leiden

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Leiden. 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.

66.5

°F

September 14, 06:07

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

66.6°F

Tomorrow:

66.3°F

Sunrise:

07:14

Sunset:

20:00

Day Length:

12 h. 46 min.

Leiden in September

Minimum:

41.0°F

Average:

44.3°F

Maximum:

46.9°F

Sea water temperature in Leiden today

As of now, in Leiden, the water temperature is 66.5°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 0.3°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 69.5°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 64.2°F on 2017.

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 shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 65.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 64.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 66.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Leiden

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 31	68.5°F	67.5°F	67.3°F
Sep 1	67.9°F	67.2°F	67.2°F
Sep 2	68.3°F	67.1°F	67.0°F
Sep 3	68.1°F	66.7°F	66.8°F
Sep 4	66.7°F	67.2°F	66.6°F
Sep 5	67.2°F	66.5°F	66.6°F
Sep 6	67.3°F	66.4°F	66.7°F
Sep 7	67.1°F	66.1°F	66.6°F
Sep 8	67.3°F	65.8°F	66.7°F
Sep 9	67.5°F	66.5°F	66.8°F
Sep 10	66.8°F	66.4°F	66.8°F
Sep 11	66.8°F	66.6°F	66.7°F
Sep 12	66.1°F	66.1°F	66.5°F
Sep 13	66.6°F	65.5°F	66.3°F
Sep 14	66.5°F	65.2°F	66.3°F
Sep 15	66.3°F	65.0°F	66.0°F
Sep 16	66.2°F	64.4°F	65.9°F
Sep 17	65.9°F	64.2°F	65.6°F
Sep 18	65.6°F	64.0°F	65.3°F
Sep 19	65.3°F	63.4°F	65.0°F
Sep 20	65.3°F	64.2°F	65.0°F
Sep 21	64.9°F	63.6°F	64.7°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 Leiden by month

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

The warmest water in Leiden was recorded on September 11, 2023, reaching a 71.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 4, 2018, dipping to 37.4°F. The average readings by season are 44.3°F in Winter, 49.0°F in Spring, 64.9°F in Summer, and 59.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Scheveningen	67.2°F	10mi
The Hague	67.1°F	10mi
Amsterdam	63.4°F	22mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Leiden