Port Renfrew — Water Temperature, Sea Conditions & Trends

Water Temperature: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

❌ As of today, the minimum water temperature ranges from 50°F (10°C) to 54°F (12°C). The water is slightly warmer, but still cool for most people. Swimming in such conditions is possible, but for most people, the time spent in the water should be limited to avoid hypothermia. Even experienced swimmers may feel discomfort if they stay in the water for too long. To improve comfort and safety, a wetsuit can be used.

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 Port Renfrew has risen over the last week and month. Currently, the sea water at this location is slightly cooler than average for this day in previous years.

According to our forecast, Water temperature in Port Renfrew will be 10.5°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.

Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data

Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month

Monthly Water Temp Ranges

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Annual Water Temperature Trend

Port Renfrew sits on the southwest coast of Vancouver Island and is exposed to the cool Pacific waters of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Seasonal sea temperatures are generally low compared with more southerly or sheltered shorelines: winter months typically see surface temperatures around 7–9 °C, spring commonly ranges from 7–11 °C, summer brings the warmest water usually between 10–14 °C (with occasional localized highs near 15 °C in very warm years), and autumn temperatures commonly fall to about 9–12 °C. Local conditions can vary with tides, currents and wind-driven upwelling, and shallow, sheltered bays or estuaries can feel slightly warmer than exposed rocky headlands.