Kars — Current Water Temperature, Annual Trends and Forecast
This page provides information on the current water temperature in Kars, trends, monthly ranges and the forecast for the coming days.
Current Water Temperature
Water Temperature in Kars today is 17.5°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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEP 13 | 17.8°C | 18.2°C | |
| SEP 14 | 17.8°C | 18.2°C | |
| SEP 15 | 18.2°C | 18.2°C | |
| SEP 16 | 17.9°C | 18.2°C | |
| SEP 17 | 17.8°C | 18.2°C | |
| SEP 18 | 17.7°C | 18.2°C | |
| SEP 19 | 17.6°C | 18.2°C | |
| SEP 20 | 17.4°C | 18.2°C | |
| SEP 21 | 18.2°C | 17.5°C | |
| SEP 22 | 18.2°C | 17.6°C | |
| SEP 23 | 18.2°C | 17.6°C | |
| SEP 24 | 18.2°C | 17.6°C | |
| SEP 25 | 18.2°C | 17.7°C | |
| SEP 26 | 18.2°C | 17.7°C | |
| SEP 27 | 18.2°C | 17.7°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 | 4°C | 7°C |
| March | 1°C | 5°C | 8°C |
| April | 3°C | 7°C | 11°C |
| May | 7°C | 12°C | 17°C |
| June | 14°C | 21°C | 26°C |
| July | 14°C | 20°C | 27°C |
| August | 15°C | 21°C | 27°C |
| September | 13°C | 18°C | 24°C |
| October | 7°C | 11°C | 14°C |
| November | 3°C | 8°C | 12°C |
| December | 1°C | 5°C | 9°C |
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Location & Local Information
Kars (Turkish: Kars) sits on a high plateau in northeastern Turkey, and its lakes and rivers reflect that continental, high‑altitude climate. The large freshwater Çıldır Lake typically freezes in winter, with water at or just below 0 °C (32 °F) under ice; spring thaw brings surface temperatures from roughly 1–8 °C (34–46 °F). In summer the shallow areas of lakes and sheltered bays can warm to about 8–16 °C (46–61 °F), occasionally approaching 18 °C (64 °F) during unusually hot spells. Rivers and mountain streams fed by snowmelt are colder year round: expect spring values of about 2–8 °C (36–46 °F) and summer readings often in the 4–14 °C (39–57 °F) range, with autumn cooling back toward near‑freezing.
Swimming in Kars’s inland waters is possible only in a limited, seasonal sense and is rarely a mass recreational activity. There are generally no widespread public swimming facilities or lifeguarded beaches, and the cold water temperatures—even in mid‑summer—pose a real hypothermia risk; fast currents, sudden depth changes, and remote access make river swimming particularly hazardous. In winter lakes are frozen and used for ice activities rather than bathing. Practically, locals may bathe or wade in the warmest summer weeks, but most visitors are advised to treat swimming as limited, weather‑dependent, and undertaken with caution.