What is the current water temperature in Van?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Van?

As of now, in Van, the water temperature is 13.99°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 Van

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Van. 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.

57.2

°F

May 12, 01:43

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

56.9°F

Tomorrow:

57.6°F

Sunrise:

04:58

Sunset:

19:08

Day Length:

14 h. 10 min.

Van in May

Minimum:

42.7°F

Average:

44.7°F

Maximum:

46.2°F

Water temperature in Van today

As of now, in Van, the water temperature is 57.2°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 0.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight 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 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 57.8°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 55.0°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 58.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 57.6°F, while the maximum might reach 60.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Van

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 28	51.0°F	53.1°F	53.0°F
Apr 29	51.3°F	53.7°F	53.3°F
Apr 30	52.1°F	53.6°F	53.6°F
May 1	54.4°F	56.6°F	54.2°F
May 2	54.1°F	54.4°F	54.1°F
May 3	53.9°F	54.3°F	54.1°F
May 4	53.7°F	53.7°F	54.2°F
May 5	55.2°F	53.0°F	54.8°F
May 6	55.4°F	53.1°F	55.4°F
May 7	55.3°F	53.0°F	55.7°F
May 8	54.8°F	54.0°F	55.9°F
May 9	53.9°F	54.4°F	55.9°F
May 10	54.1°F	54.6°F	56.1°F
May 11	56.9°F	54.7°F	56.3°F
May 12	57.2°F	55.0°F	56.5°F
May 13	57.6°F	55.9°F	57.0°F
May 14	58.2°F	56.1°F	57.5°F
May 15	58.7°F	56.3°F	58.1°F
May 16	58.8°F	56.0°F	58.2°F
May 17	59.3°F	57.4°F	58.6°F
May 18	59.6°F	55.8°F	59.0°F
May 19	60.4°F	57.1°F	59.8°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 Van by month

In Van, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 50.

The warmest water in Van was recorded on August 8, 2022, reaching a 77.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 16, 2017, dipping to 38.2°F. The average readings by season are 43.9°F in Winter, 50.0°F in Spring, 71.7°F in Summer, and 64.0°F in Autumn.