What is the current water temperature in Helsinki?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Helsinki?

As of now, in Helsinki, the water temperature is 1.01°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 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.

33.8

°F

February 5, 11:42

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

34.1°F

Tomorrow:

33.8°F

Sunrise:

08:27

Sunset:

16:43

Day Length:

8 h. 16 min.

Helsinki in February

Minimum:

32.4°F

Average:

36.1°F

Maximum:

38.6°F

Sea water temperature in Helsinki today

As of now, in Helsinki, the water temperature is 33.8°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 higher 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 stay about the same.

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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 36.8°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 32.0°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

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 33.6°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 22	34.6°F	32.0°F	33.7°F
Jan 23	34.4°F	32.0°F	33.5°F
Jan 24	34.2°F	32.0°F	33.4°F
Jan 25	34.1°F	32.0°F	33.5°F
Jan 26	34.0°F	32.0°F	33.3°F
Jan 27	34.0°F	32.0°F	33.3°F
Jan 28	33.8°F	32.0°F	33.2°F
Jan 29	33.7°F	32.0°F	33.2°F
Jan 30	33.8°F	32.0°F	33.2°F
Jan 31	33.6°F	32.0°F	33.3°F
Feb 1	33.5°F	32.0°F	33.2°F
Feb 2	34.6°F	33.0°F	33.3°F
Feb 3	34.3°F	33.4°F	33.5°F
Feb 4	34.1°F	33.0°F	33.3°F
Feb 5	33.8°F	33.4°F	33.0°F
Feb 6	33.8°F	33.5°F	33.0°F
Feb 7	33.8°F	33.3°F	33.0°F
Feb 8	33.7°F	33.0°F	32.9°F
Feb 9	33.6°F	33.0°F	32.8°F
Feb 10	33.4°F	32.0°F	32.6°F
Feb 11	33.5°F	32.0°F	32.7°F
Feb 12	33.5°F	32.0°F	32.7°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, 38.3°F in Spring, 60.2°F in Summer, and 51.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Porvoo	32.0°F	29mi
Maardu	35.1°F	49mi
Tallinn	34.8°F	51mi
Loo	35.1°F	51mi
Paldiski	35.4°F	64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Helsinki