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 5.12°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.

41.2

°F

April 11, 15:04

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

42.9°F

Tomorrow:

41.3°F

Sunrise:

06:16

Sunset:

20:07

Day Length:

13 h. 51 min.

Copenhagen in April

Minimum:

38.1°F

Average:

40.3°F

Maximum:

42.4°F

Sea water temperature in Copenhagen today

As of now, in Copenhagen, the water temperature is 41.2°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 1.3°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. 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 45.2°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 39.0°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 41.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 41.3°F, while the maximum might reach 43.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Copenhagen

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 28	40.1°F	41.7°F	40.6°F
Mar 29	39.4°F	42.4°F	40.7°F
Mar 30	40.0°F	42.3°F	40.7°F
Mar 31	40.3°F	41.8°F	40.7°F
Apr 1	41.2°F	43.3°F	40.6°F
Apr 2	41.5°F	43.6°F	40.6°F
Apr 3	40.2°F	43.5°F	40.7°F
Apr 4	40.2°F	45.4°F	40.9°F
Apr 5	41.7°F	44.4°F	41.0°F
Apr 6	42.3°F	44.9°F	41.4°F
Apr 7	42.7°F	43.8°F	41.7°F
Apr 8	42.4°F	43.8°F	42.0°F
Apr 9	41.5°F	43.7°F	42.2°F
Apr 10	42.9°F	44.9°F	42.7°F
Apr 11	41.2°F	44.7°F	42.5°F
Apr 12	41.3°F	45.5°F	42.6°F
Apr 13	41.6°F	46.2°F	42.9°F
Apr 14	41.6°F	46.8°F	42.9°F
Apr 15	41.7°F	45.9°F	43.0°F
Apr 16	41.9°F	46.7°F	43.2°F
Apr 17	42.4°F	46.5°F	43.7°F
Apr 18	43.1°F	47.5°F	44.3°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	41.5°F	17mi
Roskilde	42.1°F	19mi
Helsingør	41.9°F	25mi
Helsingborg	41.7°F	26mi
Trelleborg	40.3°F	31mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Copenhagen