What is the current water temperature in Irkutsk?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Irkutsk?

As of now, in Irkutsk, the water temperature is 2.81°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 Irkutsk

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Irkutsk. 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.

37.1

°F

May 17, 07:25

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

36.9°F

Tomorrow:

37.4°F

Sunrise:

05:06

Sunset:

20:54

Day Length:

15 h. 48 min.

Irkutsk in May

Minimum:

35.3°F

Average:

36.5°F

Maximum:

36.8°F

Water temperature in Irkutsk today

As of now, in Irkutsk, the water temperature is 37.1°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 1.2°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent water 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 41.4°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 34.2°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 39.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 37.4°F, while the maximum might reach 40.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Irkutsk

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 3	35.3°F	38.3°F	33.6°F
May 4	35.1°F	38.2°F	33.7°F
May 5	35.0°F	38.1°F	33.9°F
May 6	34.9°F	37.8°F	34.2°F
May 7	34.8°F	37.6°F	34.3°F
May 8	34.8°F	37.4°F	34.5°F
May 9	34.7°F	37.1°F	34.5°F
May 10	34.7°F	36.9°F	34.3°F
May 11	34.6°F	37.1°F	34.4°F
May 12	34.6°F	37.5°F	34.9°F
May 13	34.6°F	36.4°F	35.1°F
May 14	36.9°F	36.3°F	35.8°F
May 15	37.0°F	39.0°F	37.0°F
May 16	36.9°F	39.9°F	38.1°F
May 17	37.1°F	41.4°F	38.2°F
May 18	37.4°F	41.6°F	38.6°F
May 19	38.1°F	41.2°F	39.3°F
May 20	38.3°F	40.9°F	39.5°F
May 21	39.4°F	43.6°F	40.6°F
May 22	39.6°F	46.4°F	40.8°F
May 23	39.7°F	46.1°F	40.9°F
May 24	40.4°F	46.2°F	41.6°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.

Water temperature in Irkutsk by month

In an average year, Irkutsk offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Irkutsk was recorded on August 9, 2024, reaching a 66.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 23, 2016, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 35.4°F in Winter, 34.0°F in Spring, 55.3°F in Summer, and 48.2°F in Autumn.