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Water temperature in Kristiansand

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kristiansand. 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.
Sea temperature in Kristiansand now

65.0

°F

August 2, 15:45

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

65.9°F

Tomorrow:

64.9°F

Sunrise:

05:22

Sunset:

21:46

Day Length:

16 h. 24 min.

Kristiansand in August

Minimum:

40.4°F

Average:

42.4°F

Maximum:

44.2°F

Sea water temperature in Kristiansand today

As of now, in Kristiansand, the water temperature is 65.0°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.6°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

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 67.1°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 60.8°F on 2015.

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 64.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Kristiansand

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 19 67.7°F 61.1°F 62.3°F
Jul 20 69.3°F 61.8°F 62.7°F
Jul 21 70.4°F 63.3°F 62.7°F
Jul 22 70.8°F 63.0°F 62.4°F
Jul 23 70.4°F 64.4°F 62.6°F
Jul 24 71.3°F 63.6°F 62.9°F
Jul 25 69.5°F 63.9°F 63.1°F
Jul 26 71.1°F 64.1°F 63.4°F
Jul 27 69.5°F 64.7°F 63.3°F
Jul 28 67.3°F 63.8°F 63.4°F
Jul 29 65.0°F 61.7°F 63.1°F
Jul 30 63.4°F 62.3°F 63.3°F
Jul 31 64.1°F 62.1°F 63.2°F
Aug 1 65.9°F 63.1°F 63.3°F
Aug 2 65.0°F 62.8°F 63.4°F
Aug 3 64.9°F 63.7°F 63.3°F
Aug 4 64.8°F 63.2°F 63.1°F
Aug 5 65.0°F 64.7°F 63.4°F
Aug 6 64.7°F 64.3°F 63.1°F
Aug 7 64.8°F 64.1°F 63.1°F
Aug 8 64.9°F 64.3°F 63.2°F
Aug 9 65.4°F 64.9°F 63.7°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 Kristiansand by month

In an average year, Kristiansand offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Kristiansand was recorded on July 24, 2025, reaching a 71.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 14, 2021, dipping to 34.3°F. The average readings by season are 42.3°F in Winter, 44.1°F in Spring, 60.9°F in Summer, and 55.4°F in Autumn.