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 3.37°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.

38.1

°F

March 23, 09:22

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

38.2°F

Tomorrow:

38.7°F

Sunrise:

06:05

Sunset:

18:29

Day Length:

12 h. 24 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 38.1°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 0.8°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 41.8°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 34.6°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 39.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 38.7°F, while the maximum might reach 40.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Copenhagen

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
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	37.7°F	38.0°F	37.6°F
Mar 15	37.2°F	38.6°F	38.1°F
Mar 16	38.7°F	38.2°F	38.2°F
Mar 17	37.8°F	39.4°F	38.3°F
Mar 18	38.6°F	38.8°F	38.6°F
Mar 19	38.3°F	39.4°F	38.4°F
Mar 20	37.9°F	39.4°F	38.4°F
Mar 21	37.9°F	40.2°F	38.9°F
Mar 22	38.2°F	41.3°F	39.0°F
Mar 23	38.1°F	40.9°F	38.9°F
Mar 24	38.7°F	41.3°F	39.5°F
Mar 25	38.8°F	40.6°F	39.6°F
Mar 26	38.9°F	38.7°F	39.7°F
Mar 27	39.7°F	40.0°F	40.5°F
Mar 28	39.8°F	41.7°F	40.7°F
Mar 29	40.0°F	42.4°F	40.8°F
Mar 30	40.0°F	42.3°F	40.8°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	38.9°F	17mi
Roskilde	35.2°F	19mi
Helsingør	39.1°F	25mi
Helsingborg	39.0°F	26mi
Trelleborg	39.6°F	31mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Copenhagen