What is the current water temperature in Copenhagen?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Copenhagen?

As of now, in Copenhagen, the water temperature is 3.66°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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Water temperature in Copenhagen

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Copenhagen. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

38.6

°F

March 13, 14:40

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

38.1°F

Tomorrow:

38.2°F

Sunrise:

06:31

Sunset:

18:08

Day Length:

11 h. 37 min.

Copenhagen in March

Minimum:

36.2°F

Average:

40.0°F

Maximum:

42.2°F

Sea water temperature in Copenhagen today

As of now, in Copenhagen, the water temperature is 38.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 0.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 41.0°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 34.2°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 38.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Copenhagen

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 27	34.1°F	34.8°F	37.1°F
Feb 28	34.4°F	34.6°F	36.9°F
Mar 1	36.9°F	34.9°F	37.2°F
Mar 2	37.1°F	37.9°F	37.3°F
Mar 3	37.1°F	37.5°F	37.1°F
Mar 4	37.3°F	38.2°F	37.5°F
Mar 5	37.2°F	37.7°F	37.5°F
Mar 6	36.4°F	38.8°F	37.3°F
Mar 7	36.6°F	39.3°F	36.9°F
Mar 8	37.7°F	40.2°F	37.5°F
Mar 9	34.3°F	39.9°F	37.0°F
Mar 10	36.1°F	39.0°F	37.2°F
Mar 11	36.9°F	39.9°F	37.4°F
Mar 12	38.1°F	39.3°F	37.4°F
Mar 13	38.6°F	38.9°F	38.0°F
Mar 14	38.2°F	38.0°F	37.6°F
Mar 15	38.8°F	38.6°F	38.1°F
Mar 16	38.8°F	38.2°F	38.2°F
Mar 17	39.0°F	39.4°F	38.4°F
Mar 18	39.2°F	38.8°F	38.6°F
Mar 19	39.1°F	39.4°F	38.4°F
Mar 20	39.1°F	39.4°F	38.5°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Copenhagen by month

In an average year, Copenhagen offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Copenhagen was recorded on August 4, 2018, reaching a 73.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 6, 2026, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 38.9°F in Winter, 44.6°F in Spring, 63.4°F in Summer, and 55.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Landskrona	38.4°F	17mi
Roskilde	38.2°F	19mi
Helsingør	37.6°F	25mi
Helsingborg	37.6°F	26mi
Trelleborg	37.1°F	31mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Copenhagen