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 5.86°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.

42.5

°F

May 26, 10:55

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

42.4°F

Tomorrow:

42.7°F

Sunrise:

05:27

Sunset:

22:48

Day Length:

17 h. 21 min.

Kodiak in June

Minimum:

38.9°F

Average:

40.6°F

Maximum:

42.2°F

Sea water temperature in Kodiak today

As of now, in Kodiak, the water temperature is 42.5°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 2.0°F lower 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 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 47.0°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 43.0°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest 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 43.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 42.7°F, while the maximum might reach 43.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Kodiak

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 12	42.0°F	43.2°F	42.5°F
May 13	41.6°F	44.5°F	42.8°F
May 14	41.3°F	44.3°F	42.8°F
May 15	41.2°F	44.4°F	43.0°F
May 16	41.2°F	44.5°F	43.4°F
May 17	41.5°F	44.2°F	43.4°F
May 18	41.7°F	44.1°F	43.3°F
May 19	41.9°F	44.2°F	43.5°F
May 20	42.1°F	44.5°F	43.8°F
May 21	42.4°F	45.1°F	43.9°F
May 22	42.4°F	45.1°F	44.0°F
May 23	42.6°F	45.0°F	44.1°F
May 24	42.5°F	45.0°F	44.1°F
May 25	42.4°F	44.9°F	44.4°F
May 26	42.5°F	45.7°F	44.6°F
May 27	42.7°F	45.5°F	44.7°F
May 28	42.8°F	45.3°F	44.8°F
May 29	43.1°F	45.3°F	45.1°F
May 30	43.1°F	45.4°F	45.1°F
May 31	43.4°F	45.3°F	45.4°F
Jun 1	43.4°F	45.1°F	45.4°F
Jun 2	43.5°F	45.1°F	45.6°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 March 31, 2026, dipping to 35.5°F. The average readings by season are 40.4°F in Winter, 40.8°F in Spring, 50.7°F in Summer, and 47.6°F in Autumn.