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 2.82°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.

37.1

°F

March 3, 13:43

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

37.1°F

Tomorrow:

37.6°F

Sunrise:

06:57

Sunset:

17:48

Day Length:

10 h. 51 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 37.1°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 about the same as 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 rise 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 39.7°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 33.0°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 37.3°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 17	32.0°F	35.5°F	36.1°F
Feb 18	32.0°F	35.1°F	36.1°F
Feb 19	32.0°F	34.8°F	36.1°F
Feb 20	33.2°F	34.7°F	36.4°F
Feb 21	32.0°F	34.4°F	36.5°F
Feb 22	33.1°F	37.2°F	37.3°F
Feb 23	32.9°F	35.8°F	37.2°F
Feb 24	34.0°F	34.9°F	37.2°F
Feb 25	33.6°F	35.1°F	37.1°F
Feb 26	34.8°F	35.3°F	37.3°F
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	37.6°F	38.2°F	37.6°F
Mar 5	37.6°F	37.7°F	37.6°F
Mar 6	37.4°F	38.8°F	37.4°F
Mar 7	37.0°F	39.3°F	37.0°F
Mar 8	37.5°F	40.2°F	37.5°F
Mar 9	37.2°F	39.9°F	37.2°F
Mar 10	37.3°F	39.0°F	37.3°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	36.2°F	17mi
Roskilde	35.3°F	19mi
Helsingør	36.7°F	25mi
Helsingborg	36.9°F	26mi
Trelleborg	35.5°F	31mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Copenhagen