What is the current water temperature in Karlstad?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Karlstad?

As of now, in Karlstad, the water temperature is 10.57°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 Karlstad

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Karlstad. 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.

51.0

°F

May 24, 23:51

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

48.4°F

Tomorrow:

51.4°F

Sunrise:

04:15

Sunset:

21:52

Day Length:

17 h. 37 min.

Karlstad in June

Minimum:

37.0°F

Average:

39.5°F

Maximum:

41.4°F

Sea water temperature in Karlstad today

As of now, in Karlstad, the water temperature is 51.0°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 0.5°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 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 55.4°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 46.9°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 51.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 51.4°F, while the maximum might reach 52.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Karlstad

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 10	47.7°F	45.9°F	45.2°F
May 11	46.6°F	46.6°F	45.9°F
May 12	46.6°F	46.3°F	45.6°F
May 13	45.7°F	48.6°F	45.9°F
May 14	45.9°F	50.7°F	46.0°F
May 15	46.7°F	49.3°F	46.1°F
May 16	47.5°F	49.2°F	46.4°F
May 17	47.8°F	48.8°F	46.9°F
May 18	46.8°F	47.1°F	47.1°F
May 19	45.8°F	48.7°F	47.2°F
May 20	46.8°F	46.9°F	47.6°F
May 21	47.3°F	46.5°F	48.5°F
May 22	49.8°F	47.3°F	49.0°F
May 23	48.4°F	48.1°F	49.6°F
May 24	51.0°F	48.4°F	50.6°F
May 25	51.4°F	49.7°F	51.0°F
May 26	51.5°F	49.0°F	51.1°F
May 27	51.6°F	50.2°F	51.2°F
May 28	51.8°F	48.8°F	51.3°F
May 29	51.8°F	48.6°F	51.4°F
May 30	52.4°F	51.2°F	52.0°F
May 31	52.8°F	50.6°F	52.4°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 Karlstad by month

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

The warmest water in Karlstad was recorded on August 1, 2018, reaching a 74.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 22, 2026, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 38.1°F in Winter, 39.8°F in Spring, 63.5°F in Summer, and 53.5°F in Autumn.