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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

40.0

°F

April 25, 06:55

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

39.7°F

Tomorrow:

39.9°F

Sunrise:

05:35

Sunset:

21:03

Day Length:

15 h. 28 min.

Helsinki in May

Minimum:

32.6°F

Average:

35.5°F

Maximum:

37.9°F

Sea water temperature in Helsinki today

As of now, in Helsinki, the water temperature is 40.0°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 0.5°F higher 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 stay about the same.

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 45.8°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 36.0°F on 2024.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 40.0°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
Apr 11 36.7°F 34.8°F 35.6°F
Apr 12 36.4°F 35.7°F 35.8°F
Apr 13 37.2°F 35.9°F 35.9°F
Apr 14 37.4°F 35.5°F 35.9°F
Apr 15 39.6°F 32.4°F 36.0°F
Apr 16 41.6°F 35.1°F 36.6°F
Apr 17 40.2°F 34.9°F 36.9°F
Apr 18 39.5°F 34.8°F 37.1°F
Apr 19 39.2°F 34.9°F 38.0°F
Apr 20 39.3°F 34.8°F 38.5°F
Apr 21 38.8°F 34.8°F 38.1°F
Apr 22 40.8°F 34.9°F 38.8°F
Apr 23 40.0°F 34.8°F 38.5°F
Apr 24 39.7°F 34.9°F 39.2°F
Apr 25 40.0°F 36.0°F 39.5°F
Apr 26 39.9°F 36.1°F 39.4°F
Apr 27 39.8°F 37.0°F 39.3°F
Apr 28 39.8°F 37.7°F 39.3°F
Apr 29 39.5°F 37.7°F 39.0°F
Apr 30 39.8°F 37.0°F 39.3°F
May 1 40.1°F 39.5°F 39.6°F
May 2 40.9°F 40.6°F 40.4°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, 38.4°F in Spring, 60.2°F in Summer, and 51.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Porvoo 38.3°F 29mi
Maardu 37.6°F 49mi
Tallinn 37.0°F 51mi
Loo 37.5°F 51mi
Paldiski 36.9°F 64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Helsinki