What is the current water temperature in Anchorage?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Anchorage?

As of now, in Anchorage, the water temperature is 12.25°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.

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Water temperature in Anchorage

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Anchorage. 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.

54.1

°F

June 19, 14:22

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

52.9°F

Tomorrow:

53.9°F

Sunrise:

04:20

Sunset:

23:42

Day Length:

19 h. 22 min.

Anchorage in June

Minimum:

34.2°F

Average:

36.8°F

Maximum:

38.3°F

Sea water temperature in Anchorage today

As of now, in Anchorage, the water temperature is 54.1°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 0.8°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

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 also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 57.2°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 50.7°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 54.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Anchorage

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 5	50.6°F	50.0°F	51.5°F
Jun 6	50.6°F	50.0°F	51.5°F
Jun 7	50.9°F	50.2°F	51.9°F
Jun 8	50.8°F	50.6°F	52.0°F
Jun 9	50.7°F	50.5°F	52.0°F
Jun 10	50.6°F	51.1°F	52.1°F
Jun 11	50.6°F	51.7°F	52.5°F
Jun 12	51.0°F	51.7°F	52.5°F
Jun 13	51.3°F	51.5°F	52.8°F
Jun 14	52.5°F	51.5°F	53.3°F
Jun 15	53.2°F	52.5°F	53.9°F
Jun 16	53.4°F	52.5°F	54.1°F
Jun 17	52.9°F	53.3°F	54.7°F
Jun 18	52.9°F	53.6°F	55.0°F
Jun 19	54.1°F	54.6°F	54.8°F
Jun 20	53.9°F	55.3°F	54.6°F
Jun 21	53.7°F	54.9°F	54.5°F
Jun 22	53.9°F	55.7°F	54.6°F
Jun 23	54.2°F	55.7°F	55.0°F
Jun 24	54.5°F	56.0°F	55.3°F
Jun 25	55.0°F	56.8°F	55.8°F
Jun 26	55.1°F	57.3°F	55.9°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 Anchorage by month

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

The warmest water in Anchorage was recorded on July 11, 2019, reaching a 62.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 12, 2016, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 36.3°F in Winter, 38.2°F in Spring, 56.4°F in Summer, and 45.8°F in Autumn.