Balvatnet — Current Water Temperature, Annual Trends and Forecast
This page provides information on the current water temperature in Balvatnet, trends, monthly ranges and the forecast for the coming days.
Current Water Temperature
Water Temperature in Balvatnet today is 3.9°C.
Water Temperature: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
❌ As of today, the minimum water temperature ranges less than 41°F (5°C). Such water is extremely cold and not recommended for swimming without proper preparation. In these conditions, the risk of hypothermia is very high, and prolonged exposure to the water can be hazardous to your health. If you decide to swim, it is important to have the appropriate gear, such as a wetsuit. Typically, only experienced swimmers or those who practice winter swimming venture into such waters. 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 | 4.2°C | 4.0°C | |
| OCT 5 | 4.2°C | 4.0°C | |
| OCT 6 | 4.0°C | 4.0°C | |
| OCT 7 | 4.2°C | 4.0°C | |
| OCT 8 | 4.2°C | 4.0°C | |
| OCT 9 | 4.1°C | 4.0°C | |
| OCT 10 | 4.0°C | 4.0°C | |
| OCT 11 | 3.9°C | 4.0°C | |
| OCT 12 | 4.0°C | 3.9°C | |
| OCT 13 | 4.0°C | 3.9°C | |
| OCT 14 | 4.0°C | 3.9°C | |
| OCT 15 | 4.0°C | 3.9°C | |
| OCT 16 | 4.0°C | 3.9°C | |
| OCT 17 | 4.0°C | 3.9°C | |
| OCT 18 | 4.0°C | 3.9°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 | 2°C |
| February | 0°C | 2°C | 2°C |
| March | 0°C | 2°C | 3°C |
| April | 0°C | 2°C | 4°C |
| May | 0°C | 5°C | 10°C |
| June | 5°C | 13°C | 20°C |
| July | 10°C | 17°C | 23°C |
| August | 9°C | 15°C | 21°C |
| September | 6°C | 11°C | 17°C |
| October | 0°C | 4°C | 7°C |
| November | 0°C | 2°C | 4°C |
| December | 0°C | 2°C | 2°C |
Balvatnet: Water Temperature by Location
Balvatnet: Weather Forecast
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Location & Local Information
Balvatnet in Nordland County (Balvatnet) is typically a cold, clear lake with pronounced seasonal variation in surface temperature. In spring the water is often close to freezing as snowmelt fills the basin, roughly 0–6 °C (32–43 °F). Summer brings the warmest conditions in sheltered, shallow areas, with surface temperatures commonly ranging from about 8–16 °C (46–61 °F), though deeper parts usually remain several degrees cooler. In autumn the lake cools again to roughly 4–10 °C (39–50 °F) as air temperatures fall, and in winter the surface commonly approaches 0 °C (32 °F) and may freeze over in colder years. Local factors such as depth, exposure to sun and wind, inflows, and altitude can shift these ranges noticeably.
Swimming in Balvatnet is generally permitted under Norway’s public right of access (allemannsretten), and people do swim there during the warmer weeks. However, the short, cool summer and cold layers at depth mean conditions can be hazardous: cold shock and hypothermia are real risks, and ice persists into spring in many years. Swimming is therefore mainly seasonal and best in sheltered shallow bays on warm days, with precautions such as not swimming alone, using a wetsuit if lingering, and checking local conditions and any specific access rules before entering the water.