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 14.86°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.

58.7

°F

May 25, 19:20

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

56.7°F

Tomorrow:

58.8°F

Sunrise:

05:34

Sunset:

21:44

Day Length:

16 h. 10 min.

Leiden in June

Minimum:

41.3°F

Average:

44.5°F

Maximum:

46.1°F

Sea water temperature in Leiden today

As of now, in Leiden, the water temperature is 58.7°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 2.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 59.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 53.2°F on 2021.

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 59.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 58.8°F, while the maximum might reach 60.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Leiden

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 11	54.4°F	53.3°F	52.8°F
May 12	54.2°F	53.5°F	52.9°F
May 13	53.7°F	55.7°F	53.6°F
May 14	53.9°F	56.9°F	53.9°F
May 15	54.4°F	56.8°F	54.4°F
May 16	53.4°F	57.6°F	54.4°F
May 17	54.1°F	55.7°F	54.4°F
May 18	54.1°F	56.6°F	54.8°F
May 19	55.2°F	56.3°F	55.1°F
May 20	54.6°F	57.5°F	55.3°F
May 21	55.2°F	57.8°F	55.8°F
May 22	56.0°F	57.8°F	56.0°F
May 23	58.1°F	57.7°F	56.4°F
May 24	56.7°F	57.5°F	56.4°F
May 25	58.7°F	57.4°F	56.4°F
May 26	58.8°F	57.5°F	56.5°F
May 27	59.3°F	57.0°F	57.0°F
May 28	59.4°F	56.9°F	57.1°F
May 29	59.8°F	57.4°F	57.5°F
May 30	59.6°F	57.0°F	57.3°F
May 31	59.9°F	58.0°F	57.6°F
Jun 1	60.5°F	58.8°F	58.2°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 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, 64.7°F in Summer, and 59.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Scheveningen	58.3°F	10mi
The Hague	58.1°F	10mi
Amsterdam	63.3°F	22mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Leiden