Stora Hensjön — Current Water Temperature, Annual Trends and Forecast
This page provides information on the current water temperature in Stora Hensjön, trends, monthly ranges and the forecast for the coming days.
Current Water Temperature
Water Temperature in Stora Hensjön today is 5.2°C.
Water Temperature: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
❌ As of today, the minimum water temperature ranges from 41°F (5°C) to 47°F (8°C). This water temperature is still quite low, and swimming in such conditions may only be comfortable for hardened individuals. It is recommended to limit the time spent in the water to avoid hypothermia. For those not accustomed to cold water, it is better to refrain from swimming. However, if you decide to enter the water, it is advisable to wear a warm wetsuit for protection against the cold. 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 24 | 6.7°C | 11.0°C | |
| OCT 25 | 6.5°C | 11.0°C | |
| OCT 26 | 6.3°C | 11.0°C | |
| OCT 27 | 6.0°C | 11.0°C | |
| OCT 28 | 5.8°C | 11.0°C | |
| OCT 29 | 5.7°C | 11.0°C | |
| OCT 30 | 5.4°C | 11.0°C | |
| OCT 31 | 5.2°C | 11.0°C | |
| NOV 1 | 8.0°C | 5.3°C | |
| NOV 2 | 8.0°C | 5.5°C | |
| NOV 3 | 8.0°C | 5.6°C | |
| NOV 4 | 8.0°C | 5.8°C | |
| NOV 5 | 8.0°C | 5.9°C | |
| NOV 6 | 8.0°C | 6.0°C | |
| NOV 7 | 8.0°C | 6.2°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 | 1°C | 6°C | 9°C |
| April | 5°C | 9°C | 12°C |
| May | 8°C | 13°C | 19°C |
| June | 15°C | 22°C | 28°C |
| July | 16°C | 22°C | 27°C |
| August | 14°C | 20°C | 25°C |
| September | 11°C | 17°C | 22°C |
| October | 7°C | 11°C | 14°C |
| November | 4°C | 8°C | 11°C |
| December | 1°C | 5°C | 8°C |
Stora Hensjön: Water Temperature by Location
Stora Hensjön: Weather Forecast
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Location & Local Information
Stora Hensjön in Kronoberg County typically follows the seasonal temperature patterns of small southern Swedish lakes. After ice melt in spring the surface water is cold, roughly 0–10 °C (32–50 °F), warming through late spring and peaking in summer with common surface temperatures around 16–24 °C (61–75 °F) depending on sunshine and wind. In early autumn surface temperatures generally fall back toward 4–12 °C (39–54 °F) as cooling and turnover occur, and in winter the lake commonly approaches freezing at the surface, about 0 °C (32 °F), often with ice cover. Temperature varies with depth and exposure; shallow bays warm faster and can be several degrees warmer than deeper central parts, while deeper water remains much cooler even in summer.
Swimming at Stora Hensjön is generally possible and commonly practiced in warm months because public access to many Swedish lakes is permitted, and the lake’s summer temperatures are suitable for recreational bathing. There are usually no permanent lifeguards, so swimmers should exercise normal precautions and check local signs or municipal notices for water-quality advisories such as algal blooms. Winter ice prevents ordinary swimming, though organised or experienced winter bathers sometimes use cleared holes; such activity requires careful assessment of ice thickness and safety.