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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.
Sea temperature in Copenhagen now

48.6

°F

May 1, 19:04

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

47.4°F

Tomorrow:

48.9°F

Sunrise:

05:28

Sunset:

20:47

Day Length:

15 h. 19 min.

Copenhagen in May

Minimum:

39.1°F

Average:

40.3°F

Maximum:

41.9°F

Sea water temperature in Copenhagen today

As of now, in Copenhagen, the water temperature is 48.6°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 1.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 51.9°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 44.8°F on 2021.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 49.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 48.9°F, while the maximum might reach 50.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Copenhagen

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

 last year 10 years average
Apr 17 41.5°F 46.5°F 43.5°F
Apr 18 41.7°F 47.5°F 44.1°F
Apr 19 42.0°F 45.8°F 44.2°F
Apr 20 42.5°F 45.2°F 44.6°F
Apr 21 43.2°F 44.8°F 45.0°F
Apr 22 44.2°F 47.3°F 45.6°F
Apr 23 44.6°F 48.0°F 45.9°F
Apr 24 45.5°F 48.9°F 45.8°F
Apr 25 46.8°F 49.1°F 46.0°F
Apr 26 46.2°F 49.2°F 46.1°F
Apr 27 46.2°F 50.4°F 46.1°F
Apr 28 45.6°F 50.3°F 46.0°F
Apr 29 46.9°F 50.8°F 46.4°F
Apr 30 47.4°F 50.4°F 46.2°F
May 1 48.6°F 51.9°F 47.3°F
May 2 48.9°F 52.4°F 47.6°F
May 3 49.2°F 51.5°F 47.9°F
May 4 49.5°F 52.1°F 48.2°F
May 5 49.4°F 52.2°F 48.0°F
May 6 49.7°F 52.1°F 48.4°F
May 7 49.8°F 52.1°F 48.5°F
May 8 50.2°F 51.2°F 48.9°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

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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, 44.5°F in Spring, 63.4°F in Summer, and 55.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Landskrona 48.1°F 17mi
Roskilde 50.6°F 19mi
Helsingør 48.5°F 25mi
Helsingborg 48.6°F 26mi
Trelleborg 45.4°F 31mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Copenhagen