What is the current water temperature in Kirkenes?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Kirkenes?

As of now, in Kirkenes, the water temperature is 2.87°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 Kirkenes

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kirkenes. 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.

37.2

°F

January 8, 04:25

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

37.2°F

Tomorrow:

36.8°F

Sunrise:

Sunset:

Day Length:

Kirkenes in January

Minimum:

35.3°F

Average:

37.5°F

Maximum:

39.7°F

Sea water temperature in Kirkenes today

As of now, in Kirkenes, the water temperature is 37.2°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 about the same as 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 considerably 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 39.3°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 35.3°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 36.8°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Kirkenes

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	38.1°F	37.8°F	37.5°F
Jan 2	38.0°F	38.1°F	37.4°F
Jan 3	37.9°F	37.8°F	37.4°F
Jan 4	37.6°F	37.5°F	37.3°F
Jan 5	37.4°F	37.2°F	37.2°F
Jan 6	37.4°F	37.6°F	37.3°F
Jan 7	37.2°F	37.4°F	37.2°F
Jan 8	37.2°F	37.1°F	37.2°F
Jan 9	36.8°F	36.7°F	36.8°F
Jan 10	36.9°F	36.8°F	36.9°F
Jan 11	36.8°F	36.8°F	36.8°F
Jan 12	37.0°F	36.8°F	37.0°F
Jan 13	36.8°F	37.1°F	36.8°F
Jan 14	36.5°F	36.7°F	36.5°F
Jan 15	36.8°F	36.5°F	36.8°F
Dec 25	37.9°F	39.0°F	38.1°F
Dec 26	38.4°F	38.9°F	37.9°F
Dec 27	38.9°F	39.5°F	38.2°F
Dec 28	38.7°F	37.9°F	38.0°F
Dec 29	38.7°F	38.5°F	38.2°F
Dec 30	38.7°F	38.3°F	38.1°F
Dec 31	38.7°F	38.8°F	38.4°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 Kirkenes by month

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

The warmest water in Kirkenes was recorded on July 24, 2024, reaching a 63.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 30, 2019, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 36.9°F in Winter, 35.2°F in Spring, 51.5°F in Summer, and 45.9°F in Autumn.