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Water temperature in Helsinki

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Helsinki. 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 Helsinki now

48.2

°F

May 30, 13:42

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

48.0°F

Tomorrow:

48.5°F

Sunrise:

04:11

Sunset:

22:25

Day Length:

18 h. 14 min.

Helsinki in June

Minimum:

32.7°F

Average:

35.3°F

Maximum:

38.3°F

Sea water temperature in Helsinki today

As of now, in Helsinki, the water temperature is 48.2°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 3.9°F lower 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 59.5°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 47.9°F on 2017.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 49.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 48.5°F, while the maximum might reach 49.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Helsinki

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 16 45.6°F 44.8°F 44.9°F
May 17 46.7°F 46.8°F 45.4°F
May 18 48.0°F 46.5°F 46.1°F
May 19 47.3°F 46.3°F 46.7°F
May 20 49.1°F 47.2°F 47.5°F
May 21 48.5°F 48.5°F 47.6°F
May 22 51.2°F 48.9°F 47.9°F
May 23 50.5°F 48.3°F 49.0°F
May 24 50.7°F 48.0°F 49.7°F
May 25 50.9°F 47.8°F 50.0°F
May 26 50.1°F 49.9°F 50.1°F
May 27 48.9°F 50.5°F 50.4°F
May 28 48.0°F 51.7°F 50.6°F
May 29 48.0°F 51.8°F 50.9°F
May 30 48.2°F 51.6°F 52.1°F
May 31 48.5°F 52.3°F 52.5°F
Jun 1 49.4°F 53.2°F 53.3°F
Jun 2 49.3°F 54.1°F 53.2°F
Jun 3 49.5°F 52.4°F 53.4°F
Jun 4 49.7°F 53.2°F 53.7°F
Jun 5 49.8°F 53.8°F 53.8°F
Jun 6 49.7°F 53.2°F 53.6°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 Helsinki by month

In an average year, Helsinki offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Helsinki was recorded on July 17, 2021, reaching a 75.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 8, 2022, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 35.2°F in Winter, 38.6°F in Spring, 60.6°F in Summer, and 51.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Porvoo 53.7°F 29mi
Maardu 49.1°F 49mi
Tallinn 49.5°F 51mi
Loo 49.0°F 51mi
Paldiski 51.4°F 64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Helsinki