Water temperature in Samho-rodongjagu
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Thursday, October 29, at 11:52 am (GMT+9)- Today
- 59.9–60.4 °F
- Air today
- 36 / 54 °F
- Wed 4
- 54.7 °F
- Wetsuit
- 4/3 mm
Today the water in Samho-rodongjagu is 60.3 °F and ranges 59.9–60.4 °F through the day, with the air between 36 °F and 54 °F. It cools over the next few days: about 54.7 °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 Samho-rodongjagu (0.5 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.
Big gap with the model, which gives 60.3 °F right now (3.1 °F lower). The forecast is a calculation and this is a measurement: the water is probably warmer than the model says.
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 temperature by month vs. normal
The water off Samho-rodongjagu is about normal for late October today.
- 41.6° 42°JanJ
- 39.2° 39°FebF
- 40.1° 40°MarM
- 45.9° 46°AprA
- 54.3° 54°MayM
- 63.5° 63°JunJ
- 70.9° 71°JulJ
- 74.8° 75°AugA
- 71.1° 71°SepS
- 63.8° 64°OctO
- 55.0° 55°NovN
- 46.6° 47°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
The best time to swim in Samho-rodongjagu is from July to September, when the water averages 70.9–74.8 °F.
The water is warmest in August (74.8 °F on average) and coldest in February (39.2 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 5.3 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 | 59.9–60.4 °F | 36 / 54 °F | 2.5 ft |
| Fri 30 | 59.4–59.9 °F | 37 / 64 °F | 2.7 ft |
| Sat 31 | 58.3–59.4 °F | 34 / 56 °F | 2.4 ft |
| Sun 1 | 57.6–58.1 °F | 34 / 46 °F | 1.4 ft |
| Mon 2 | 56.7–57.6 °F | 33 / 59 °F | 1.8 ft |
| Tue 3 | 54.9–56.7 °F | 27 / 59 °F | 2.2 ft |
| Wed 4 | 54.5–54.9 °F | 31 / 55 °F | 0.9 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.
Questions about the water in Samho-rodongjaguQuestions
What's the water temperature today in Samho-rodongjagu?
60.3 °F; through the day it ranges 59.9–60.4 °F.
Will the water get warmer or colder?
It cools over the next few days: about 54.7 °F by Wednesday 4.
Which wetsuit do I need today?
With the water as it is today, 4/3 mm (cool). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in Samho-rodongjagu in October?
In October, the water in Samho-rodongjagu averages 63.8 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: 3/2 mm (mild).
How warm is the water in Samho-rodongjagu in August?
In August, the water in Samho-rodongjagu averages 74.8 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: rash guard or top (very pleasant).
When is the best time to swim in Samho-rodongjagu?
The best time to swim in Samho-rodongjagu is from July to September, when the water averages 70.9–74.8 °F. The water is warmest in August (74.8 °F on average) and coldest in February (39.2 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off Samho-rodongjagu is about normal for late October today.
More about Samho-rodongjagu today
Water temperature near Samho-rodongjagu
- Hongwŏn 60.8 °F · 7.0 mi
- Hŭngnam 60.3 °F · 15 mi
- Yuktae-dong 60.8 °F · 16 mi
- Hamhŭng 60.3 °F · 18 mi
- Sinsang-ni 61.3 °F · 32 mi
- Iwŏn-ŭp 62.1 °F · 49 mi
Only places with a different forecast: spots a few miles apart share the same model cell and wouldn't add anything.
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Sea surface temperature: Open-Meteo with Météo-France / Copernicus Marine, CC BY 4.0; grid point 5.0 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 11:52 am (local time).
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