What is the current water temperature in Lausanne?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Lausanne?

As of now, in Lausanne, the water temperature is 12.47°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 Lausanne

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Lausanne. 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.

54.4

°F

May 9, 22:29

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

54.2°F

Tomorrow:

54.8°F

Sunrise:

06:07

Sunset:

20:54

Day Length:

14 h. 47 min.

Lausanne in May

Minimum:

44.9°F

Average:

46.4°F

Maximum:

47.6°F

Water temperature in Lausanne today

As of now, in Lausanne, the water temperature is 54.4°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 lower 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 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 56.9°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 53.6°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 55.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 54.8°F, while the maximum might reach 55.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Lausanne

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	53.5°F	50.7°F	52.9°F
Apr 26	53.7°F	49.8°F	53.1°F
Apr 27	53.8°F	50.7°F	53.3°F
Apr 28	53.7°F	50.8°F	53.2°F
Apr 29	53.7°F	51.0°F	53.2°F
Apr 30	53.7°F	52.0°F	53.3°F
May 1	53.6°F	51.9°F	53.3°F
May 2	53.6°F	51.6°F	53.4°F
May 3	53.6°F	51.7°F	53.4°F
May 4	53.6°F	52.1°F	53.5°F
May 5	53.8°F	53.8°F	53.9°F
May 6	53.9°F	55.0°F	54.1°F
May 7	54.1°F	55.3°F	54.4°F
May 8	54.2°F	55.5°F	54.7°F
May 9	54.4°F	55.7°F	55.0°F
May 10	54.8°F	56.8°F	55.3°F
May 11	55.1°F	56.9°F	55.7°F
May 12	55.2°F	57.0°F	55.7°F
May 13	55.3°F	56.7°F	55.8°F
May 14	55.5°F	56.8°F	56.0°F
May 15	55.7°F	56.9°F	56.3°F
May 16	55.8°F	56.9°F	56.4°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 Lausanne by month

In Lausanne, there are only 3 days through the year when the water is warm enough to be comfortable for swimming.

The warmest water in Lausanne was recorded on August 25, 2023, reaching a 77.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 14, 2017, dipping to 42.5°F. The average readings by season are 45.9°F in Winter, 50.7°F in Spring, 69.6°F in Summer, and 61.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Vevey	54.6°F	11mi
Thonon-les-Bains	54.4°F	12mi
Genève	55.5°F	32mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lausanne