ÄtraforsDammen — Current Water Temperature, Annual Trends and Forecast
This page provides information on the current water temperature in ÄtraforsDammen, trends, monthly ranges and the forecast for the coming days.
Current Water Temperature
Water Temperature in ÄtraforsDammen today is 11°C.
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
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCT 4 | 12.3°C | 10.0°C | |
| OCT 5 | 12.1°C | 10.0°C | |
| OCT 6 | 11.9°C | 10.0°C | |
| OCT 7 | 11.9°C | 10.0°C | |
| OCT 8 | 11.7°C | 10.0°C | |
| OCT 9 | 11.5°C | 10.0°C | |
| OCT 10 | 11.5°C | 10.0°C | |
| OCT 11 | 11.0°C | 10.0°C | |
| OCT 12 | 10.0°C | 11.0°C | |
| OCT 13 | 10.0°C | 10.9°C | |
| OCT 14 | 10.0°C | 10.9°C | |
| OCT 15 | 10.0°C | 10.8°C | |
| OCT 16 | 10.0°C | 10.8°C | |
| OCT 17 | 10.0°C | 10.7°C | |
| OCT 18 | 10.0°C | 10.7°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 | 2°C | 5°C |
| February | 0°C | 2°C | 5°C |
| March | 0°C | 4°C | 7°C |
| April | 4°C | 8°C | 11°C |
| May | 9°C | 14°C | 20°C |
| June | 13°C | 19°C | 24°C |
| July | 16°C | 21°C | 26°C |
| August | 14°C | 20°C | 25°C |
| September | 10°C | 15°C | 21°C |
| October | 6°C | 10°C | 13°C |
| November | 3°C | 7°C | 10°C |
| December | 1°C | 5°C | 8°C |
ÄtraforsDammen: Water Temperature by Location
ÄtraforsDammen: Weather Forecast
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Location & Local Information
The lake Ätraforsdammen (Swedish: Ätraforsdammen) in Halland County typically follows seasonal patterns common to southern Swedish reservoirs. In spring the water is cold, often ranging from about 2–12 °C (36–54 °F) as ice melts and the surface slowly warms. Summer surface temperatures commonly reach roughly 16–22 °C (61–72 °F), although shallow bays can warm a few degrees higher on hot weeks while deeper parts stay noticeably cooler. During autumn the water cools back down to roughly 6–14 °C (43–57 °F), and in winter temperatures hover close to 0–4 °C (32–39 °F) with ice cover possible in colder winters. Thermal stratification can cause large differences between warm surface layers and cold depths in summer.
Swimming at Ätraforsdammen is generally possible and used for recreation, benefiting from Sweden’s broad tradition of outdoor bathing, but practical access and safety vary. Public bathing is normally permitted in accessible shorelines, yet areas immediately adjacent to dam structures, spillways or strong currents are unsafe and may be formally restricted. Water quality and local rules can change seasonally, so swimmers should choose designated or commonly used entry points, avoid machinery and outflows, and heed any local signage or advisories for safety reasons.