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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

38.6

°F

December 29, 14:05

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

38.3°F

Tomorrow:

38.5°F

Sunrise:

09:25

Sunset:

15:19

Day Length:

5 h. 54 min.

Helsinki in January

Minimum:

33.5°F

Average:

36.4°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Sea water temperature in Helsinki today

As of now, in Helsinki, the water temperature is 38.6°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 1.6°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 reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 40.0°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 33.6°F on 2021.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 37.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 37.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 38.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Helsinki

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jan 1 38.0°F 36.6°F 36.4°F
Jan 2 37.8°F 36.1°F 36.1°F
Jan 3 37.7°F 36.9°F 36.1°F
Jan 4 37.5°F 36.4°F 35.9°F
Jan 5 37.1°F 36.2°F 35.5°F
Dec 15 40.0°F 38.4°F 38.5°F
Dec 16 39.7°F 38.8°F 38.2°F
Dec 17 36.7°F 38.1°F 38.0°F
Dec 18 37.8°F 37.8°F 37.8°F
Dec 19 38.2°F 38.1°F 37.9°F
Dec 20 38.2°F 38.1°F 38.2°F
Dec 21 39.0°F 37.7°F 37.7°F
Dec 22 39.5°F 37.7°F 37.7°F
Dec 23 39.9°F 37.5°F 37.8°F
Dec 24 39.2°F 37.3°F 37.7°F
Dec 25 38.6°F 37.1°F 37.6°F
Dec 26 37.7°F 36.1°F 37.2°F
Dec 27 38.0°F 37.4°F 37.3°F
Dec 28 38.3°F 37.3°F 37.4°F
Dec 29 38.6°F 35.6°F 37.0°F
Dec 30 38.5°F 35.6°F 36.9°F
Dec 31 38.2°F 36.1°F 36.6°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 35.3°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 35.7°F 29mi
Maardu 41.8°F 49mi
Tallinn 41.4°F 51mi
Loo 41.9°F 51mi
Paldiski 41.5°F 64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Helsinki