What is the current water temperature in Karlstad?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Karlstad?

As of now, in Karlstad, the water temperature is 4.56°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 Karlstad

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Karlstad. 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.

40.2

°F

April 29, 05:45

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

40.2°F

Tomorrow:

40.4°F

Sunrise:

05:11

Sunset:

20:57

Day Length:

15 h. 46 min.

Karlstad in May

Minimum:

37.1°F

Average:

39.8°F

Maximum:

41.8°F

Sea water temperature in Karlstad today

As of now, in Karlstad, the water temperature is 40.2°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 1.7°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

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 45.1°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 38.0°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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 41.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 40.4°F, while the maximum might reach 42.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Karlstad

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 15	37.8°F	35.9°F	37.9°F
Apr 16	37.1°F	36.8°F	38.0°F
Apr 17	38.0°F	37.4°F	38.4°F
Apr 18	37.8°F	38.5°F	38.7°F
Apr 19	37.5°F	38.4°F	38.8°F
Apr 20	37.6°F	38.4°F	39.1°F
Apr 21	37.1°F	38.1°F	39.4°F
Apr 22	38.1°F	37.9°F	39.8°F
Apr 23	37.7°F	36.3°F	40.2°F
Apr 24	37.9°F	38.6°F	41.0°F
Apr 25	38.5°F	38.9°F	41.1°F
Apr 26	38.7°F	39.2°F	41.0°F
Apr 27	39.3°F	39.4°F	41.5°F
Apr 28	40.2°F	38.6°F	41.9°F
Apr 29	40.2°F	38.0°F	41.9°F
Apr 30	40.4°F	39.3°F	42.1°F
May 1	40.6°F	41.3°F	42.3°F
May 2	40.9°F	39.5°F	42.6°F
May 3	41.4°F	39.7°F	43.1°F
May 4	41.5°F	40.5°F	43.2°F
May 5	41.9°F	40.5°F	43.6°F
May 6	42.2°F	41.3°F	43.9°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 Karlstad by month

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

The warmest water in Karlstad was recorded on July 26, 2014, reaching a 74.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 26, 2021, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 38.1°F in Winter, 39.9°F in Spring, 63.3°F in Summer, and 53.4°F in Autumn.