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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

42.1

°F

November 21, 14:42

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

42.4°F

Tomorrow:

42.0°F

Sunrise:

08:35

Sunset:

15:36

Day Length:

7 h. 1 min.

Helsinki in November

Minimum:

32.1°F

Average:

34.7°F

Maximum:

37.8°F

Sea water temperature in Helsinki today

As of now, in Helsinki, the water temperature is 42.1°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 1.0°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 fall a bit.

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 45.5°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 41.1°F on 2016.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 41.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 40.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 42.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Helsinki

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 7 44.8°F 45.0°F 45.6°F
Nov 8 44.7°F 44.9°F 45.5°F
Nov 9 44.8°F 44.5°F 45.6°F
Nov 10 44.5°F 44.4°F 45.2°F
Nov 11 44.2°F 44.2°F 44.9°F
Nov 12 44.1°F 44.1°F 44.8°F
Nov 13 44.2°F 43.8°F 44.9°F
Nov 14 43.8°F 43.4°F 44.6°F
Nov 15 43.4°F 43.2°F 44.3°F
Nov 16 42.2°F 42.9°F 43.9°F
Nov 17 43.8°F 43.1°F 43.8°F
Nov 18 43.1°F 43.5°F 43.8°F
Nov 19 42.5°F 43.2°F 43.6°F
Nov 20 42.4°F 42.8°F 43.4°F
Nov 21 42.1°F 42.4°F 43.1°F
Nov 22 42.0°F 42.3°F 43.0°F
Nov 23 41.6°F 41.9°F 42.6°F
Nov 24 41.6°F 41.9°F 42.6°F
Nov 25 41.3°F 41.7°F 42.3°F
Nov 26 41.1°F 40.9°F 42.1°F
Nov 27 40.9°F 40.7°F 41.9°F
Nov 28 40.5°F 38.8°F 41.5°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 51.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Porvoo 39.8°F 29mi
Maardu 46.7°F 49mi
Tallinn 46.7°F 51mi
Loo 46.8°F 51mi
Paldiski 47.7°F 64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Helsinki