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Water temperature in Pohang

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Pohang. 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 Pohang now

71.5

°F

October 21, 13:08

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

71.5°F

Tomorrow:

71.3°F

Sunrise:

06:34

Sunset:

17:40

Day Length:

11 h. 6 min.

Pohang in October

Minimum:

51.9°F

Average:

55.2°F

Maximum:

58.3°F

Sea water temperature in Pohang today

As of now, in Pohang, the water temperature is 71.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.4°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 72.0°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 65.0°F on 2022.

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 shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 70.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 70.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Pohang

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Oct 7 73.1°F 73.0°F 72.4°F
Oct 8 72.4°F 72.6°F 72.0°F
Oct 9 72.1°F 72.7°F 72.0°F
Oct 10 72.6°F 72.3°F 72.1°F
Oct 11 71.8°F 72.1°F 71.9°F
Oct 12 71.7°F 72.8°F 71.4°F
Oct 13 71.7°F 72.5°F 71.0°F
Oct 14 72.6°F 72.2°F 70.8°F
Oct 15 72.5°F 73.1°F 70.7°F
Oct 16 72.0°F 72.9°F 70.6°F
Oct 17 71.7°F 71.6°F 70.2°F
Oct 18 71.9°F 71.7°F 70.0°F
Oct 19 71.3°F 71.1°F 69.5°F
Oct 20 71.5°F 71.9°F 69.2°F
Oct 21 71.5°F 72.0°F 69.1°F
Oct 22 71.3°F 71.8°F 68.9°F
Oct 23 71.0°F 71.5°F 68.6°F
Oct 24 70.7°F 71.6°F 68.3°F
Oct 25 70.6°F 71.3°F 68.2°F
Oct 26 70.6°F 70.9°F 68.2°F
Oct 27 70.3°F 69.7°F 67.9°F
Oct 28 70.1°F 69.4°F 67.7°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 Pohang by month

In Pohang, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 83 swimming days.
The warmest water in Pohang was recorded on August 18, 2024, reaching a 84.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 10, 2025, dipping to 48.4°F. The average readings by season are 55.0°F in Winter, 57.1°F in Spring, 73.8°F in Summer, and 69.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Ulsan 72.3°F 34mi
Busan 71.6°F 67mi
Changwon 72.6°F 67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Pohang