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 2.07°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.

35.7

°F

May 10, 14:52

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

35.2°F

Tomorrow:

36.1°F

Sunrise:

01:40

Sunset:

22:16

Day Length:

20 h. 36 min.

Kirkenes in May

Minimum:

35.0°F

Average:

37.0°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Sea water temperature in Kirkenes today

As of now, in Kirkenes, the water temperature is 35.7°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 1.2°F lower than 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

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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 40.1°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 35.1°F on 2024.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 36.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 36.1°F, while the maximum might reach 37.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Kirkenes

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 26	33.5°F	33.0°F	33.8°F
Apr 27	33.8°F	33.0°F	33.8°F
Apr 28	33.8°F	33.0°F	34.0°F
Apr 29	33.8°F	32.9°F	34.0°F
Apr 30	33.8°F	32.8°F	34.1°F
May 1	34.3°F	33.2°F	34.4°F
May 2	34.4°F	33.2°F	34.6°F
May 3	34.2°F	33.3°F	34.7°F
May 4	34.1°F	33.2°F	34.7°F
May 5	34.1°F	33.3°F	34.8°F
May 6	33.9°F	33.2°F	34.7°F
May 7	33.9°F	33.5°F	34.9°F
May 8	35.2°F	34.8°F	36.0°F
May 9	35.2°F	34.9°F	36.4°F
May 10	35.7°F	35.1°F	36.9°F
May 11	36.1°F	35.5°F	37.3°F
May 12	36.3°F	35.7°F	37.5°F
May 13	36.3°F	35.7°F	37.5°F
May 14	36.2°F	35.6°F	37.4°F
May 15	37.5°F	36.8°F	38.7°F
May 16	37.7°F	37.4°F	38.9°F
May 17	37.4°F	37.0°F	38.6°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 36.8°F in Winter, 35.3°F in Spring, 51.1°F in Summer, and 45.8°F in Autumn.