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 6.53°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 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.

43.8

°F

March 17, 08:45

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

43.6°F

Tomorrow:

44.2°F

Sunrise:

06:53

Sunset:

18:49

Day Length:

11 h. 56 min.

Leiden in March

Minimum:

43.6°F

Average:

45.4°F

Maximum:

47.6°F

Sea water temperature in Leiden today

As of now, in Leiden, the water temperature is 43.8°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 about the same as 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 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 47.2°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 40.9°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 44.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 44.2°F, while the maximum might reach 44.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Leiden

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 3	42.0°F	46.0°F	42.9°F
Mar 4	41.8°F	45.5°F	42.6°F
Mar 5	42.3°F	46.0°F	42.7°F
Mar 6	42.5°F	45.6°F	42.7°F
Mar 7	42.6°F	45.6°F	42.7°F
Mar 8	43.9°F	45.8°F	43.0°F
Mar 9	43.9°F	45.9°F	43.0°F
Mar 10	43.9°F	46.0°F	43.3°F
Mar 11	43.8°F	46.1°F	43.1°F
Mar 12	43.3°F	45.9°F	43.3°F
Mar 13	43.5°F	45.8°F	43.4°F
Mar 14	43.7°F	45.4°F	43.6°F
Mar 15	43.8°F	46.9°F	43.9°F
Mar 16	43.6°F	47.4°F	43.9°F
Mar 17	43.8°F	47.2°F	43.9°F
Mar 18	44.2°F	47.1°F	44.4°F
Mar 19	44.3°F	47.4°F	44.5°F
Mar 20	44.5°F	47.9°F	44.7°F
Mar 21	44.5°F	47.8°F	44.7°F
Mar 22	44.5°F	47.6°F	44.7°F
Mar 23	44.7°F	48.2°F	44.9°F
Mar 24	44.8°F	48.4°F	45.0°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 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 44.4°F in Winter, 48.7°F in Spring, 64.5°F in Summer, and 59.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Scheveningen	43.9°F	10mi
The Hague	44.0°F	10mi
Amsterdam	41.7°F	22mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Leiden