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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

56.1

°F

March 25, 15:47

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

56.0°F

Tomorrow:

56.3°F

Sunrise:

06:20

Sunset:

18:38

Day Length:

12 h. 18 min.

Pohang in April

Minimum:

54.0°F

Average:

55.7°F

Maximum:

58.8°F

Sea water temperature in Pohang today

As of now, in Pohang, the water temperature is 56.1°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 2.1°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 rise 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 56.2°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 52.4°F on 2018.

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 56.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.3°F, while the maximum might reach 57.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Pohang

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Mar 11 55.0°F 49.7°F 53.0°F
Mar 12 53.2°F 50.3°F 53.2°F
Mar 13 52.9°F 50.8°F 53.3°F
Mar 14 53.7°F 51.1°F 53.4°F
Mar 15 53.7°F 51.5°F 53.3°F
Mar 16 53.9°F 51.7°F 53.2°F
Mar 17 54.2°F 52.4°F 53.5°F
Mar 18 53.9°F 52.4°F 53.6°F
Mar 19 54.0°F 53.4°F 53.8°F
Mar 20 54.6°F 52.9°F 53.9°F
Mar 21 54.0°F 53.2°F 54.1°F
Mar 22 55.3°F 52.9°F 53.8°F
Mar 23 56.4°F 52.7°F 53.9°F
Mar 24 56.0°F 52.4°F 53.8°F
Mar 25 56.1°F 52.4°F 53.9°F
Mar 26 56.3°F 52.6°F 54.2°F
Mar 27 56.8°F 53.7°F 54.7°F
Mar 28 57.1°F 53.8°F 55.0°F
Mar 29 57.3°F 53.9°F 55.1°F
Mar 30 56.8°F 53.8°F 54.7°F
Mar 31 56.8°F 53.3°F 54.6°F
Apr 1 56.7°F 53.3°F 54.6°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.

Sea water temperature in Pohang by month

In Pohang, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 79 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, 57.0°F in Spring, 73.6°F in Summer, and 69.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Ulsan 57.0°F 34mi
Busan 55.3°F 67mi
Changwon 51.2°F 67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Pohang