What is the current water temperature in Kirkwall?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Kirkwall?

As of now, in Kirkwall, the water temperature is 11.58°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 Kirkwall

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kirkwall. 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.

52.8

°F

June 12, 00:09

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

52.9°F

Tomorrow:

52.9°F

Sunrise:

04:00

Sunset:

22:23

Day Length:

18 h. 23 min.

Kirkwall in June

Minimum:

46.3°F

Average:

46.8°F

Maximum:

47.7°F

Sea water temperature in Kirkwall today

As of now, in Kirkwall, the water temperature is 52.8°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 1.9°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 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 52.7°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 49.7°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 53.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 52.9°F, while the maximum might reach 53.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Kirkwall

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 29	50.8°F	51.6°F	49.7°F
May 30	50.4°F	50.9°F	49.6°F
May 31	50.1°F	50.7°F	49.6°F
Jun 1	50.4°F	51.5°F	49.9°F
Jun 2	50.7°F	51.9°F	50.2°F
Jun 3	49.8°F	51.7°F	50.2°F
Jun 4	50.1°F	51.3°F	50.4°F
Jun 5	50.3°F	51.3°F	50.4°F
Jun 6	51.3°F	51.0°F	50.6°F
Jun 7	51.2°F	51.0°F	50.7°F
Jun 8	51.2°F	50.8°F	50.7°F
Jun 9	52.3°F	51.5°F	50.9°F
Jun 10	52.4°F	51.4°F	51.0°F
Jun 11	52.9°F	51.2°F	51.0°F
Jun 12	52.8°F	51.5°F	51.0°F
Jun 13	52.9°F	52.4°F	51.0°F
Jun 14	52.9°F	52.5°F	51.0°F
Jun 15	53.1°F	52.4°F	51.2°F
Jun 16	53.1°F	52.7°F	51.2°F
Jun 17	53.2°F	52.4°F	51.3°F
Jun 18	53.7°F	52.9°F	51.8°F
Jun 19	53.9°F	53.5°F	52.0°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 Kirkwall by month

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

The warmest water in Kirkwall was recorded on September 2, 2025, reaching a 58.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 21, 2018, dipping to 42.2°F. The average readings by season are 46.4°F in Winter, 46.1°F in Spring, 53.9°F in Summer, and 53.5°F in Autumn.