What is the current water temperature in Falkirk?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Falkirk?

As of now, in Falkirk, the water temperature is 11.3°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 Falkirk

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Falkirk. 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.

52.3

°F

May 9, 11:29

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

51.7°F

Tomorrow:

52.4°F

Sunrise:

05:15

Sunset:

21:10

Day Length:

15 h. 55 min.

Falkirk in May

Minimum:

42.9°F

Average:

43.8°F

Maximum:

44.7°F

Sea water temperature in Falkirk today

As of now, in Falkirk, the water temperature is 52.3°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 3.1°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 stay about the same.

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 52.2°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 47.5°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 52.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 52.4°F, while the maximum might reach 53.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Falkirk

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	49.8°F	46.5°F	47.1°F
Apr 26	49.6°F	46.8°F	47.3°F
Apr 27	49.7°F	47.0°F	47.4°F
Apr 28	49.9°F	47.3°F	47.7°F
Apr 29	50.0°F	47.1°F	47.9°F
Apr 30	50.1°F	47.3°F	48.2°F
May 1	50.9°F	47.8°F	48.5°F
May 2	52.3°F	48.6°F	49.0°F
May 3	52.3°F	49.5°F	49.3°F
May 4	52.3°F	49.8°F	49.5°F
May 5	51.8°F	49.7°F	49.5°F
May 6	51.9°F	49.5°F	49.4°F
May 7	52.1°F	49.4°F	49.4°F
May 8	51.7°F	49.3°F	49.3°F
May 9	52.3°F	49.7°F	49.3°F
May 10	52.4°F	49.9°F	49.4°F
May 11	52.5°F	49.9°F	49.4°F
May 12	52.7°F	50.1°F	49.7°F
May 13	53.0°F	50.4°F	49.9°F
May 14	53.0°F	50.5°F	50.0°F
May 15	53.3°F	51.7°F	50.3°F
May 16	53.4°F	51.6°F	50.3°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 Falkirk by month

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

The warmest water in Falkirk was recorded on July 22, 2021, reaching a 63.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 2, 2018, dipping to 40.3°F. The average readings by season are 44.2°F in Winter, 46.1°F in Spring, 57.0°F in Summer, and 53.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Edinburgh	50.7°F	23mi
Dumbarton	51.5°F	31mi
Alexandria	51.5°F	31mi
Houston	51.4°F	31mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Falkirk