What is the current water temperature in Kodiak?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Kodiak?

As of now, in Kodiak, the water temperature is 6.97°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 Kodiak

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kodiak. 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.

44.5

°F

May 20, 20:02

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

44.2°F

Tomorrow:

44.5°F

Sunrise:

05:37

Sunset:

22:37

Day Length:

17 h. 0 min.

Kodiak in May

Minimum:

39.2°F

Average:

40.9°F

Maximum:

42.3°F

Sea water temperature in Kodiak today

As of now, in Kodiak, the water temperature is 44.5°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 0.6°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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 46.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 41.8°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 44.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Kodiak

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	42.6°F	43.3°F	42.4°F
May 7	42.6°F	42.6°F	42.3°F
May 8	43.1°F	42.9°F	42.5°F
May 9	43.0°F	42.8°F	42.6°F
May 10	42.9°F	42.1°F	42.5°F
May 11	42.9°F	42.1°F	42.6°F
May 12	43.1°F	42.3°F	42.7°F
May 13	44.5°F	42.5°F	43.0°F
May 14	44.3°F	42.6°F	43.1°F
May 15	44.4°F	42.4°F	43.2°F
May 16	44.5°F	43.9°F	43.5°F
May 17	44.2°F	43.8°F	43.6°F
May 18	44.1°F	43.6°F	43.5°F
May 19	44.2°F	43.1°F	43.7°F
May 20	44.5°F	43.7°F	44.0°F
May 21	44.5°F	43.5°F	44.0°F
May 22	44.7°F	43.3°F	44.1°F
May 23	44.7°F	42.9°F	44.2°F
May 24	44.8°F	43.7°F	44.2°F
May 25	45.1°F	43.8°F	44.6°F
May 26	45.1°F	43.8°F	44.5°F
May 27	45.3°F	43.9°F	44.7°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 Kodiak by month

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

The warmest water in Kodiak was recorded on August 18, 2019, reaching a 57.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 4, 2024, dipping to 36.0°F. The average readings by season are 40.5°F in Winter, 41.1°F in Spring, 50.7°F in Summer, and 47.6°F in Autumn.