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 1.74°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.

35.1

°F

May 3, 01:52

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

35.1°F

Tomorrow:

35.1°F

Sunrise:

02:25

Sunset:

21:31

Day Length:

19 h. 6 min.

Kirkenes in May

Minimum:

35.0°F

Average:

37.2°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Sea water temperature in Kirkenes today

As of now, in Kirkenes, the water temperature is 35.1°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 0.6°F higher than 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 stay about the same.

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 37.2°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 33.3°F on 2024.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 35.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 35.1°F, while the maximum might reach 37.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Kirkenes

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 19	32.7°F	33.6°F	33.6°F
Apr 20	33.5°F	33.9°F	33.7°F
Apr 21	34.4°F	33.6°F	33.8°F
Apr 22	34.5°F	33.6°F	33.9°F
Apr 23	34.7°F	33.6°F	33.9°F
Apr 24	34.7°F	33.4°F	33.7°F
Apr 25	34.8°F	33.5°F	33.6°F
Apr 26	35.4°F	33.5°F	33.9°F
Apr 27	35.3°F	33.8°F	33.9°F
Apr 28	35.2°F	33.8°F	34.1°F
Apr 29	35.1°F	33.8°F	34.1°F
Apr 30	35.1°F	33.8°F	34.0°F
May 1	35.4°F	34.3°F	34.4°F
May 2	35.1°F	34.4°F	34.5°F
May 3	35.1°F	34.2°F	34.5°F
May 4	35.1°F	34.1°F	34.5°F
May 5	35.3°F	34.1°F	34.7°F
May 6	35.2°F	33.9°F	34.6°F
May 7	35.4°F	33.9°F	34.8°F
May 8	36.5°F	35.2°F	35.9°F
May 9	36.7°F	35.2°F	36.1°F
May 10	37.3°F	35.9°F	36.8°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.