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 11.55°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 18, 02:31

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

52.3°F

Tomorrow:

53.0°F

Sunrise:

03:58

Sunset:

22:28

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 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 1.0°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 sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 53.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 50.5°F on 2019.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 53.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Kirkwall

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
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	53.0°F	51.5°F	51.1°F
Jun 13	53.1°F	52.4°F	51.2°F
Jun 14	53.4°F	52.5°F	51.3°F
Jun 15	52.8°F	52.4°F	51.3°F
Jun 16	52.3°F	52.7°F	51.3°F
Jun 17	52.3°F	52.4°F	51.3°F
Jun 18	52.8°F	52.9°F	51.8°F
Jun 19	53.0°F	53.5°F	52.0°F
Jun 20	52.9°F	53.2°F	51.9°F
Jun 21	53.1°F	54.0°F	52.0°F
Jun 22	53.1°F	53.3°F	52.1°F
Jun 23	53.2°F	54.3°F	52.2°F
Jun 24	53.3°F	54.0°F	52.3°F
Jun 25	53.3°F	53.6°F	52.3°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 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.