Kuujjuarapik — Water Temperature, Sea Conditions & Trends
This page provides clear and up-to-date information about water temperature for Kuujjuarapik (Quebec, Canada). It includes the current water temperature, daily data for the last month presented in a simple chart, and a 7-day forecast. The page also compares today’s value with typical averages for this period, shows usual monthly ranges during the year, and lists nearby beaches with short descriptions. Local weather for the next few days and general details about Kuujjuarapik help you plan your visit and choose the best time for swimming.
Current Water Temperature
Water temperature in Kuujjuarapik in the Hudson Bay today is 13°C.
Water Temperature: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
❌ As of today, the minimum water temperature ranges from 54°F (12°C) to 60°F (15°C). The water is significantly warmer, and swimming becomes possible for most people. However, caution may still be required for prolonged stays in the water, as extended exposure can cause discomfort. This is a suitable temperature range for short swims and for those accustomed to cooler water. For more comfortable swimming, it is recommended to use proper gear.
It is important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in good weather. When the air temperature is below 68°F (20°C), and sometimes even below 77°F (25°C), swimming can be unpleasant even with relatively high water temperatures.
Water Temperature Chart Over the Last 30 Days
Water temperature in Kuujjuarapik has risen over the last week and month. Currently, the sea water at this location is slightly warmer than average for this day in previous years.
According to our forecast, Water temperature in Kuujjuarapik will be 10.8°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUG 23 | 10.8°C | 9.3°C | |
| AUG 24 | 11.3°C | 10.0°C | |
| AUG 25 | 11.7°C | 9.5°C | |
| AUG 26 | 11.8°C | 9.8°C | |
| AUG 27 | 11.3°C | 9.8°C | |
| AUG 28 | 13.2°C | 10.3°C | |
| AUG 29 | 12.6°C | 10.3°C | |
| AUG 30 | 12.4°C | 10.3°C | |
| AUG 31 | 12.7°C | 9.8°C | 12.7°C |
| SEP 1 | 10.0°C | 12.4°C | |
| SEP 2 | 9.8°C | 12.2°C | |
| SEP 3 | 9.5°C | 11.9°C | |
| SEP 4 | 9.5°C | 11.6°C | |
| SEP 5 | 9.5°C | 11.4°C | |
| SEP 6 | 9.8°C | 11.1°C | |
| SEP 7 | 10.3°C | 10.8°C |
* Current - Actual water temperature value
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in recent years
*** Forecast - Our water temperature forecast
Actual nearshore water temperatures may fluctuate by several degrees from the reported values, especially following heavy rainfall or extended periods of strong winds. Certain wind patterns can cause colder, deeper waters to rise and replace the sun-warmed surface water, leading to noticeable variations.
Our forecast is based on a proprietary mathematical model that considers real-time water temperature changes, historical trends, key weather patterns, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each region. Additionally, we incorporate data from other resorts to enhance accuracy.
Water temperature data for this location is gathered from various sources, including buoys and satellite sea and ocean surface maps provided by the NOAA agency. We also incorporate data from local authorities in each specific location worldwide to ensure more accurate temperature readings.
Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month
Monthly Water Temp Ranges
Annual Water Temperature Trend
Kuujjuarapik sits at the mouth of the Great Whale River on the eastern shore of Hudson Bay in northern Quebec, where a subarctic climate strongly shapes coastal water conditions. Sea and coastal water temperatures remain low for most of the year, with winter waters at or close to the saline freezing point around -1 °C to 0 °C when the bay is ice-covered. As ice breaks up in late spring, surface temperatures typically rise into the range of 0 °C to 4 °C. The brief summer window brings the warmest readings, commonly between 4 °C and 8 °C and, in very sheltered river mouths and shallow tidal pools, occasionally reaching near 10 °C during the warmest weeks. By early autumn temperatures fall quickly back toward 2 °C to 0 °C as the bay refreezes.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C | -1°C | 0°C |
| February | -2°C | -1°C | 0°C |
| March | -2°C | -1°C | 1°C |
| April | -4°C | 0°C | 4°C |
| May | -3°C | 2°C | 9°C |
| June | -2°C | 5°C | 11°C |
| July | 0°C | 8°C | 15°C |
| August | 7°C | 9°C | 14°C |
| September | 4°C | 9°C | 12°C |
| October | 2°C | 6°C | 10°C |
| November | -1°C | 3°C | 7°C |
| December | -2°C | 0°C | 3°C |
* Click on a month to view detailed water temperature data.
Kuujjuarapik: Weather Forecast
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Location, Beaches & Local Information
Nearby Beaches & Facilities
Picnic Area And Public Beach
Swimming Conditions
Because of those low temperatures and the short open-water season, Kuujjuarapik is not a conventional beach holiday destination for warm-water swimming. Recreational bathing is limited to a small summer period and is generally suited to hardy swimmers or those using thermal protection such as wetsuits; exposed-water swims carry a real risk of cold shock and hypothermia. Freshwater near the river mouth can be slightly milder than open bay water but still cool, so visitors more commonly enjoy shoreline walks, wildlife viewing, picnics and exploring tidal flats rather than long swims. Anyone planning to enter the water should be prepared for very cold conditions, monitor local ice and weather reports, and favor supervised or well-prepared activities rather than unprotected swimming.