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 5.93°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.

42.7

°F

May 20, 03:57

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

42.4°F

Tomorrow:

42.5°F

Sunrise:

Sunset:

Day Length:

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 42.7°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 3.7°F higher 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 fall 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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 42.7°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 37.0°F on 2020.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 44.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 42.5°F, while the maximum might reach 44.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Kirkenes

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	36.6°F	33.9°F	34.7°F
May 7	36.6°F	33.9°F	35.0°F
May 8	37.7°F	35.2°F	36.1°F
May 9	37.7°F	35.2°F	36.2°F
May 10	38.4°F	35.9°F	36.9°F
May 11	37.8°F	36.1°F	37.2°F
May 12	37.6°F	36.1°F	37.2°F
May 13	39.9°F	36.1°F	37.4°F
May 14	41.3°F	35.8°F	37.4°F
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	38.6°F
May 20	42.7°F	38.1°F	38.9°F
May 21	42.5°F	37.8°F	38.8°F
May 22	44.2°F	39.5°F	40.5°F
May 23	44.2°F	39.4°F	40.4°F
May 24	44.1°F	39.8°F	40.4°F
May 25	44.4°F	40.5°F	40.6°F
May 26	44.5°F	40.3°F	40.7°F
May 27	44.6°F	42.2°F	40.9°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, 35.2°F in Spring, 51.5°F in Summer, and 45.9°F in Autumn.