Current Water Temperature in Baykalsk
As of today, the minimum water temperature in Baykalsk ranges from 41°F (5°C) to 47°F (8°C). This water temperature is still quite low, and swimming in such conditions may only be comfortable for hardened individuals. It is recommended to limit the time spent in the water to avoid hypothermia. For those not accustomed to cold water, it is better to refrain from swimming. However, if you decide to enter the water, it is advisable to wear a warm wetsuit for protection against the cold.
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.
Analysis, Historical Data, and Forecast of Water Temperature
Water Temperature Chart for Baikal Lake in Baykalsk Over the Last 30 Days
Today the water temperature in Baykalsk is lower than the same day in previous years. The water temperature range here in October is from 2°C to 11°C. The water temperature is trending downward, and it has decreased both over the past 30 days and the past week.
The forecasted water temperature values for Baykalsk are presented in the table below.
The actual water temperature values near the shore may differ by a few degrees from the stated values. For the development of the forecast, we use our own mathematical model that takes into account the current water temperature changes, historical data, and key weather trends, including wind strength and direction, and air temperature in each specific region.
Table of Daily Water Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|
| Oct 2 | 7.9°C | 6.5°C | |
| Oct 3 | 7.7°C | 6.5°C | |
| Oct 4 | 8.0°C | 6.5°C | |
| Oct 5 | 7.6°C | 6.5°C | |
| Oct 6 | 6.5°C | 6.5°C | |
| Oct 7 | 6.2°C | 6.5°C | |
| Oct 8 | 5.9°C | 6.5°C | |
| Oct 9 | 5.8°C | 6.5°C | |
| Oct 10 | | 6.5°C | 5.8°C |
| Oct 11 | | 6.5°C | 5.8°C |
| Oct 12 | | 6.5°C | 5.8°C |
| Oct 13 | | 6.5°C | 5.8°C |
| Oct 14 | | 6.5°C | 5.8°C |
| Oct 15 | | 6.5°C | 5.8°C |
| Oct 16 | | 6.5°C | 5.8°C |
| Oct 17 | | 6.5°C | 5.8°C |
* Current - Actual water temperature value
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in recent years
*** Forecast - Our water temperature forecast
Water Temperature Ranges in Baykalsk by Month
January
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 0°C | 2°C | 4°C |
February
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 0°C | 2°C | 4°C |
March
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 0°C | 2°C | 4°C |
April
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 0°C | 4°C | 8°C |
May
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 0°C | 6°C | 12°C |
June
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 3°C | 10.5°C | 18°C |
July
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 7°C | 13°C | 19°C |
August
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 10°C | 14.5°C | 19°C |
September
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 6°C | 11.5°C | 17°C |
October
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 2°C | 6.5°C | 11°C |
November
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 2°C | 4°C | 6°C |
December
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|
| 0°C | 2.5°C | 5°C |
Monthly Water Temperature Histogram for Baikal Lake in Baykalsk
