Water temperature in Fairbanks-Hillgrade
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Thursday, October 29, at 6:01 am (GMT-2:30)- Today
- 42.1–42.4 °F
- Air today
- 38 / 46 °F
- Wed 4
- 40.4 °F
- Wetsuit
- 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves
Today the water in Fairbanks-Hillgrade is 42.1 °F and ranges 42.1–42.4 °F through the day, with the air between 38 °F and 46 °F. It cools over the next few days: about 40.4 °F by Wednesday 4.
Measured by satellite
This is the temperature satellites measured 2 days ago in the water just below the surface, at the nearest point of sea to Fairbanks-Hillgrade (0.7 mi away), from NASA's MUR analysis, which sees the water in 1 km detail. It isn't a forecast: the big figure above is what a model gives for right now. On sunny afternoons the top of the water can be a little warmer.
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
The water over the next few days
- Today
- Fri 30
- Sat 31
- Sun 1
- Mon 2
- Tue 3
- Wed 4
- Thu 5
- Fri 6
- Sat 7
Water over the last 60 days
Over these days it has dropped 23.6 °F (from August 30).
Over the next few weeks the water looks a bit below normal (−0.7 °F), according to ECMWF 46-day.
Daily average and its range (low and high). The dotted line is the forecast.
Water temperature by month vs. normal
The water off Fairbanks-Hillgrade is about normal for late October today.
- 32.1° 32°JanJ
- 31.2° 31°FebF
- 30.9° 31°MarM
- 31.7° 32°AprA
- 35.0° 35°MayM
- 41.7° 42°JunJ
- 51.0° 51°JulJ
- 56.0° 56°AugA
- 52.6° 53°SepS
- 46.0° 46°OctO
- 38.9° 39°NovN
- 34.5° 35°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
In Fairbanks-Hillgrade the water is cold all year: it is warmest in August (56.0 °F on average). For a long swim, wear a wetsuit.
The water is warmest in August (56.0 °F on average) and coldest in March (30.9 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 9.4 mi away). Right by the shore, the water can be a little colder or warmer. Sources and licenses
Water and air, day by day
| Day | Water | Air | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 42.1–42.4 °F | 38 / 46 °F | 3.8 ft |
| Fri 30 | 42.1–42.4 °F | 42 / 54 °F | 3.2 ft |
| Sat 31 | 42.3–42.4 °F | 36 / 43 °F | 3.6 ft |
| Sun 1 | 41.7–42.3 °F | 33 / 38 °F | 3.8 ft |
| Mon 2 | 41.5–41.7 °F | 35 / 46 °F | 3.0 ft |
| Tue 3 | 40.6–41.5 °F | 34 / 39 °F | 3.2 ft |
| Wed 4 | 40.1–40.6 °F | 30 / 35 °F | 2.3 ft |
Which wetsuit to wear
| Water | Wetsuit | How it feels |
|---|---|---|
| < 52 °F | 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves | Very cold: full kit only |
| 52°–57 °F | 5/4 mm with booties | Cold: takes your breath away |
| 57°–63 °F | 4/3 mm | Cool |
| 63°–66 °F | 3/2 mm | Mild |
| 66°–72 °F | Shorty (springsuit) | Pleasant |
| 72°–75 °F | Rash guard or top | Very pleasant |
| > 75 °F | No wetsuit | Warm |
A rough guide: it depends on the wind, how long you stay in and each person.
Fish are cold-blooded: the water sets their activity. Sudden temperature changes usually put them off the bite; with steady water, activity is more regular.
Previous days
The water over the last 60 days.
| Day | Water | Low / high |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 28 | 43.0 °F | 42.4–43.5 °F |
| Tue 27 | 43.9 °F | 43.5–44.2 °F |
| Mon 26 | 44.2 °F | 44.2–44.4 °F |
| Sun 25 | 44.4 °F | 44.2–44.6 °F |
| Sat 24 | 44.8 °F | 44.6–44.8 °F |
| Fri 23 | 44.8 °F | 44.6–44.8 °F |
| Thu 22 | 44.8 °F | 44.6–45.1 °F |
Show all 60 days
| Day | Water | Low / high |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 21 | 45.1 °F | 44.6–45.3 °F |
| Tue 20 | 44.4 °F | 44.2–44.6 °F |
| Mon 19 | 45.1 °F | 44.8–45.7 °F |
| Sun 18 | 46.4 °F | 45.9–47.1 °F |
| Sat 17 | 47.5 °F | 47.1–47.7 °F |
| Fri 16 | 47.8 °F | 47.5–48.6 °F |
| Thu 15 | 48.9 °F | 48.7–49.1 °F |
| Wed 14 | 48.9 °F | 48.7–49.3 °F |
| Tue 13 | 49.8 °F | 49.3–50.5 °F |
| Mon 12 | 50.9 °F | 50.5–51.4 °F |
| Sun 11 | 51.8 °F | 51.4–52.2 °F |
| Sat 10 | 52.3 °F | 52.2–52.5 °F |
| Fri 9 | 52.5 °F | 52.3–52.7 °F |
| Thu 8 | 52.3 °F | 52.0–52.5 °F |
| Wed 7 | 52.7 °F | 52.3–53.4 °F |
| Tue 6 | 53.6 °F | 53.4–53.8 °F |
| Mon 5 | 54.0 °F | 53.8–54.0 °F |
| Sun 4 | 54.1 °F | 54.0–54.5 °F |
| Sat 3 | 54.3 °F | 54.1–54.7 °F |
| Fri 2 | 54.1 °F | 54.0–54.3 °F |
| Thu 1 | 54.0 °F | 53.6–54.3 °F |
| Wed 30 | 53.8 °F | 53.4–54.1 °F |
| Tue 29 | 53.4 °F | 53.4–53.8 °F |
| Mon 28 | 53.6 °F | 53.4–54.0 °F |
| Sun 27 | 53.6 °F | 53.2–53.8 °F |
| Sat 26 | 53.6 °F | 53.2–54.0 °F |
| Fri 25 | 53.4 °F | 52.7–54.1 °F |
| Thu 24 | 53.1 °F | 52.7–53.2 °F |
| Wed 23 | 53.4 °F | 53.2–53.8 °F |
| Tue 22 | 53.6 °F | 53.4–53.8 °F |
| Mon 21 | 54.1 °F | 53.8–54.7 °F |
| Sun 20 | 55.2 °F | 54.7–56.1 °F |
| Sat 19 | 56.8 °F | 56.1–57.7 °F |
| Fri 18 | 57.9 °F | 57.6–58.3 °F |
| Thu 17 | 57.7 °F | 57.6–58.1 °F |
| Wed 16 | 57.9 °F | 57.2–58.6 °F |
| Tue 15 | 57.2 °F | 57.0–57.6 °F |
| Mon 14 | 57.2 °F | 57.2–57.6 °F |
| Sun 13 | 57.4 °F | 57.2–57.7 °F |
| Sat 12 | 57.4 °F | 57.2–57.6 °F |
| Fri 11 | 57.6 °F | 57.2–57.7 °F |
| Thu 10 | 58.3 °F | 57.7–59.0 °F |
| Wed 9 | 59.2 °F | 59.0–59.4 °F |
| Tue 8 | 59.2 °F | 58.8–59.7 °F |
| Mon 7 | 59.0 °F | 58.3–59.9 °F |
| Sun 6 | 60.8 °F | 59.2–62.8 °F |
| Sat 5 | 64.0 °F | 63.0–64.9 °F |
| Fri 4 | 65.1 °F | 64.8–65.7 °F |
| Thu 3 | 65.3 °F | 64.9–65.7 °F |
| Wed 2 | 65.5 °F | 65.1–65.8 °F |
| Tue 1 | 65.3 °F | 64.9–65.7 °F |
| Mon 31 | 66.0 °F | 65.8–66.6 °F |
| Sun 30 | 66.6 °F | 66.4–66.7 °F |
It's the daily analysis from Météo-France / Copernicus Marine (satellites, buoys and model), not a buoy reading at this spot.
Questions about the water in Fairbanks-HillgradeQuestions
What's the water temperature today in Fairbanks-Hillgrade?
42.1 °F; through the day it ranges 42.1–42.4 °F.
Will the water get warmer or colder?
It cools over the next few days: about 40.4 °F by Wednesday 4.
Which wetsuit do I need today?
With the water as it is today, 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves (very cold: full kit only). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in Fairbanks-Hillgrade in October?
In October, the water in Fairbanks-Hillgrade averages 46.0 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves (very cold: full kit only).
How warm is the water in Fairbanks-Hillgrade in August?
In August, the water in Fairbanks-Hillgrade averages 56.0 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: 5/4 mm with booties (cold: takes your breath away).
When is the best time to swim in Fairbanks-Hillgrade?
In Fairbanks-Hillgrade the water is cold all year: it is warmest in August (56.0 °F on average). For a long swim, wear a wetsuit. The water is warmest in August (56.0 °F on average) and coldest in March (30.9 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off Fairbanks-Hillgrade is about normal for late October today.
More about Fairbanks-Hillgrade today
Water temperature near Fairbanks-Hillgrade
- Twillingate 42.8 °F · 6.3 mi
- Cobb's Arm 42.4 °F · 6.9 mi
- Birchy Bay 42.8 °F · 15 mi
- Frederickton 44.1 °F · 18 mi
- Main Point-Davidsville 44.1 °F · 20 mi
- Campbellton 43.9 °F · 22 mi
Only places with a different forecast: spots a few miles apart share the same model cell and wouldn't add anything.
Learn more
Sea surface temperature: Open-Meteo with Météo-France / Copernicus Marine, CC BY 4.0; grid point 1.8 mi away. Near the shore, in coves and estuaries, the water can be a little colder or warmer.
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 6:01 am (local time).
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