What is the current water temperature in Genève?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Genève?

As of now, in Genève, the water temperature is 13.36°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 Genève

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Genève. 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.

56.0

°F

May 14, 01:16

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

55.9°F

Tomorrow:

56.3°F

Sunrise:

06:03

Sunset:

21:01

Day Length:

14 h. 58 min.

Genève in May

Minimum:

47.2°F

Average:

49.2°F

Maximum:

50.6°F

Water temperature in Genève today

As of now, in Genève, the water temperature is 56.0°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 0.5°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent water temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 58.8°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 55.2°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 57.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.3°F, while the maximum might reach 57.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Genève

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 30	54.7°F	51.3°F	54.3°F
May 1	54.8°F	50.9°F	54.2°F
May 2	54.8°F	51.4°F	54.4°F
May 3	54.9°F	52.2°F	54.5°F
May 4	54.9°F	52.7°F	54.6°F
May 5	55.0°F	54.0°F	54.9°F
May 6	55.1°F	54.2°F	55.0°F
May 7	55.2°F	54.5°F	55.2°F
May 8	55.3°F	54.8°F	55.4°F
May 9	55.5°F	55.0°F	55.8°F
May 10	55.6°F	55.1°F	56.1°F
May 11	55.8°F	55.3°F	56.3°F
May 12	55.8°F	55.6°F	56.3°F
May 13	55.9°F	56.1°F	56.4°F
May 14	56.0°F	56.2°F	56.6°F
May 15	56.3°F	56.4°F	56.8°F
May 16	56.4°F	57.0°F	56.9°F
May 17	56.6°F	57.0°F	57.1°F
May 18	57.0°F	57.1°F	57.5°F
May 19	57.4°F	57.2°F	57.9°F
May 20	57.5°F	57.4°F	58.0°F
May 21	57.7°F	57.5°F	58.2°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.

Water temperature in Genève by month

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

The warmest water in Genève was recorded on August 25, 2023, reaching a 78.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 18, 2023, dipping to 43.4°F. The average readings by season are 48.9°F in Winter, 52.2°F in Spring, 68.1°F in Summer, and 61.2°F in Autumn.