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 5.48°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.

41.9

°F

May 29, 21:24

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

41.7°F

Tomorrow:

41.7°F

Sunrise:

Sunset:

Day Length:

Kirkenes in June

Minimum:

35.2°F

Average:

37.3°F

Maximum:

39.4°F

Sea water temperature in Kirkenes today

As of now, in Kirkenes, the water temperature is 41.9°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 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 45.5°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 40.0°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 41.9°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
May 15	42.3°F	37.7°F	38.8°F
May 16	42.3°F	37.8°F	38.9°F
May 17	41.4°F	37.4°F	38.5°F
May 18	40.9°F	37.4°F	38.6°F
May 19	42.4°F	38.1°F	38.9°F
May 20	42.1°F	38.1°F	39.2°F
May 21	41.6°F	37.8°F	39.0°F
May 22	42.8°F	39.5°F	40.7°F
May 23	43.5°F	39.4°F	40.7°F
May 24	43.5°F	39.8°F	40.6°F
May 25	42.8°F	40.5°F	40.8°F
May 26	42.5°F	40.3°F	40.9°F
May 27	41.7°F	42.2°F	40.9°F
May 28	41.7°F	42.8°F	41.0°F
May 29	41.9°F	42.8°F	41.9°F
May 30	41.7°F	43.8°F	41.8°F
May 31	42.1°F	43.4°F	42.1°F
Jun 1	42.1°F	44.9°F	42.1°F
Jun 2	42.4°F	44.4°F	42.4°F
Jun 3	42.0°F	43.7°F	42.0°F
Jun 4	41.5°F	43.0°F	41.5°F
Jun 5	41.9°F	44.7°F	41.9°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, 35.3°F in Spring, 51.5°F in Summer, and 45.9°F in Autumn.