Märsta — Current Water Temperature, Annual Trends and Forecast
This page provides information on the current water temperature in Märsta, trends, monthly ranges and the forecast for the coming days.
Current Water Temperature
Water Temperature in Märsta today is 14.7°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
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEP 13 | 16.1°C | 17.0°C | |
| SEP 14 | 15.9°C | 17.0°C | |
| SEP 15 | 15.7°C | 17.0°C | |
| SEP 16 | 15.6°C | 17.0°C | |
| SEP 17 | 15.5°C | 17.0°C | |
| SEP 18 | 15.2°C | 17.0°C | |
| SEP 19 | 15.2°C | 17.0°C | |
| SEP 20 | 14.9°C | 17.0°C | |
| SEP 21 | 17.0°C | 14.8°C | |
| SEP 22 | 17.0°C | 14.9°C | |
| SEP 23 | 17.0°C | 15.0°C | |
| SEP 24 | 17.0°C | 15.2°C | |
| SEP 25 | 17.0°C | 15.3°C | |
| SEP 26 | 17.0°C | 15.4°C | |
| SEP 27 | 17.0°C | 15.5°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 | 0°C | 3°C | 6°C |
| February | 0°C | 3°C | 6°C |
| March | 0°C | 4°C | 7°C |
| April | 3°C | 8°C | 11°C |
| May | 7°C | 12°C | 17°C |
| June | 12°C | 18°C | 23°C |
| July | 15°C | 21°C | 26°C |
| August | 16°C | 21°C | 26°C |
| September | 12°C | 17°C | 22°C |
| October | 7°C | 11°C | 14°C |
| November | 3°C | 7°C | 10°C |
| December | 0°C | 4°C | 7°C |
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Location & Local Information
Märsta and its immediate surroundings have a number of small inland lakes and slow rivers whose surface temperatures follow the typical Swedish inland pattern. In spring (April–May) water temperatures commonly range from about 4–10 °C (39–50 °F) as snowmelt and cold nights keep readings low. Early summer (June) usually warms to roughly 12–18 °C (54–64 °F), while midsummer and warm spells (July–August) often see lake surfaces rise to about 18–24 °C (64–75 °F), with occasional highs of 25–26 °C (77–79 °F) in heatwaves. Rivers tend to stay a few degrees cooler than still water. In autumn (September–October) temperatures fall back through 10–6 °C (50–43 °F) and by late autumn and winter surface water approaches freezing, often at or just above 0 °C (32 °F) before stable ice forms.
Swimming in Märsta’s lakes and rivers is generally allowed where public access exists and at designated bathing spots; inland waters are not legally closed to bathing but local municipalities monitor popular swimming areas for safety and water quality. The most comfortable season for recreational swimming is late June through August when temperatures are highest. Caution is needed in rivers because of currents and in shoulder seasons because of cold water shock; in winter swimming is only recommended where organised winter-bathing facilities exist and ice safety measures are observed.