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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.
Sea temperature in Kirkwall now

53.3

°F

June 22, 15:51

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

54.0°F

Tomorrow:

53.3°F

Sunrise:

03:59

Sunset:

22:29

Day Length:

18 h. 30 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 53.3°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 1.6°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 54.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 49.6°F on 2015.

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 53.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 53.3°F, while the maximum might reach 54.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Kirkwall

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 8 50.8°F 51.0°F 50.5°F
Jun 9 51.5°F 50.9°F 50.6°F
Jun 10 51.4°F 50.9°F 50.7°F
Jun 11 51.2°F 50.3°F 50.7°F
Jun 12 51.5°F 50.4°F 50.9°F
Jun 13 52.4°F 50.4°F 50.9°F
Jun 14 52.5°F 50.7°F 50.9°F
Jun 15 52.4°F 50.4°F 51.0°F
Jun 16 52.7°F 50.5°F 51.1°F
Jun 17 52.4°F 51.1°F 51.1°F
Jun 18 52.9°F 52.3°F 51.5°F
Jun 19 53.5°F 52.2°F 51.7°F
Jun 20 53.2°F 51.6°F 51.6°F
Jun 21 54.0°F 51.5°F 51.8°F
Jun 22 53.3°F 51.5°F 51.7°F
Jun 23 53.3°F 51.5°F 51.7°F
Jun 24 53.4°F 52.4°F 51.8°F
Jun 25 53.5°F 52.6°F 51.9°F
Jun 26 53.7°F 52.5°F 52.1°F
Jun 27 53.9°F 52.5°F 52.3°F
Jun 28 54.1°F 53.6°F 52.4°F
Jun 29 54.1°F 53.1°F 52.5°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 10, 2023, reaching a 58.0°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, 46.0°F in Spring, 53.6°F in Summer, and 53.3°F in Autumn.