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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

34.3

°F

January 17, 05:44

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

34.4°F

Tomorrow:

34.4°F

Sunrise:

09:07

Sunset:

15:55

Day Length:

6 h. 48 min.

Helsinki in January

Minimum:

33.5°F

Average:

36.7°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Sea water temperature in Helsinki today

As of now, in Helsinki, the water temperature is 34.3°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 37.7°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 32.0°F on 2016.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 33.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Helsinki

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jan 3 37.7°F 36.9°F 36.3°F
Jan 4 37.4°F 36.4°F 36.1°F
Jan 5 37.0°F 36.2°F 35.7°F
Jan 6 34.4°F 35.5°F 35.3°F
Jan 7 34.5°F 35.5°F 35.0°F
Jan 8 35.1°F 35.3°F 34.7°F
Jan 9 34.9°F 35.2°F 34.8°F
Jan 10 34.9°F 35.1°F 34.8°F
Jan 11 34.9°F 35.1°F 34.8°F
Jan 12 34.9°F 35.7°F 34.9°F
Jan 13 34.9°F 34.5°F 34.8°F
Jan 14 34.6°F 34.5°F 34.6°F
Jan 15 34.6°F 35.2°F 34.5°F
Jan 16 34.4°F 35.1°F 34.3°F
Jan 17 34.3°F 34.6°F 34.1°F
Jan 18 34.4°F 35.1°F 34.2°F
Jan 19 34.2°F 34.8°F 34.1°F
Jan 20 33.9°F 34.6°F 33.8°F
Jan 21 33.9°F 34.7°F 33.7°F
Jan 22 33.9°F 34.6°F 33.7°F
Jan 23 33.7°F 34.4°F 33.6°F
Jan 24 33.5°F 34.2°F 33.4°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, 38.5°F in Spring, 60.6°F in Summer, and 51.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Porvoo 32.7°F 29mi
Maardu 37.3°F 49mi
Tallinn 37.1°F 51mi
Loo 37.3°F 51mi
Paldiski 38.5°F 64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Helsinki