Barakaldo — Current Water Temperature, Annual Trends and Forecast
This page provides information on the current water temperature in Barakaldo, trends, monthly ranges and the forecast for the coming days.
Current Water Temperature
Water Temperature in Barakaldo today is 18°C.
Water Temperature: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
⚠️ As of today, the minimum water temperature ranges from 60°F (15°C) to 65°F (18°C). The water is comfortable for most people, making it an ideal range for water sports enthusiasts. The temperature does not cause significant discomfort, and swimming will be pleasant for the majority. However, it's important to remember that prolonged exposure to the water can still lead to cooling, so it's essential to monitor the time spent in the water, especially for children or elderly people. 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
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| JUN 3 | 18.0°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 4 | 18.0°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 5 | 17.7°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 6 | 17.5°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 7 | 18.1°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 8 | 18.1°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 10 | 18.0°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 11 | 18.0°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 12 | 18.0°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 13 | 18.0°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 14 | 18.0°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 15 | 18.0°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 16 | 18.0°C | 18.0°C | |
| JUN 17 | 18.0°C | 18.0°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.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C | 7°C | 11°C |
| February | 4°C | 8°C | 12°C |
| March | 7°C | 10°C | 13°C |
| April | 9°C | 13°C | 16°C |
| May | 9°C | 15°C | 21°C |
| June | 13°C | 18°C | 22°C |
| July | 14°C | 18°C | 23°C |
| August | 15°C | 19°C | 24°C |
| September | 13°C | 18°C | 22°C |
| October | 10°C | 14°C | 17°C |
| November | 6°C | 11°C | 17°C |
| December | 4°C | 8°C | 12°C |
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Location & Local Information
Barakaldo sits on the left bank of the Bilbao estuary in the Basque Country, and rather than large natural lakes it is characterised by the estuarine waters and a few small reservoirs and retention ponds nearby. Water temperatures in these local bodies follow a temperate Atlantic pattern: in winter surface values typically sit around 6–12 °C (43–54 °F), spring warms to roughly 8–16 °C (46–61 °F), summer brings the highest readings near 18–24 °C (64–75 °F), and autumn cools again to about 12–18 °C (54–64 °F). Smaller, sheltered ponds or slow-flowing parts of the estuary can warm a few degrees more in hot summers, occasionally reaching the low-to-mid 20s °C (about 72–79 °F), while tidal exchange keeps open estuarine sections cooler.
Swimming in Barakaldo itself is generally not offered as an official activity in the urban estuary: many stretches are navigable, influenced by tides and river flow, and historically affected by industrial contaminants, so they are not designated bathing areas. Although water quality has improved and organised events, paddle sports and supervised crossings can take place under regulation, casual bathing is usually discouraged. Residents seeking safe swimming typically use municipal pools or travel to nearby coastal beaches and officially monitored bathing sites where lifeguards and water-quality monitoring are in place.