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 0.64°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.

33.2

°F

January 23, 15:00

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

33.4°F

Tomorrow:

33.0°F

Sunrise:

08:56

Sunset:

16:09

Day Length:

7 h. 13 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 33.2°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 0.4°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 38.1°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 32.0°F on 2016.

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 32.9°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 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	34.4°F	34.6°F	34.2°F
Jan 18	34.2°F	35.1°F	34.2°F
Jan 19	34.0°F	34.8°F	34.1°F
Jan 20	33.7°F	34.6°F	33.7°F
Jan 21	33.5°F	34.7°F	33.7°F
Jan 22	33.4°F	34.6°F	33.7°F
Jan 23	33.2°F	34.4°F	33.6°F
Jan 24	33.0°F	34.2°F	33.4°F
Jan 25	33.1°F	34.1°F	33.5°F
Jan 26	32.9°F	34.0°F	33.3°F
Jan 27	32.9°F	34.0°F	33.4°F
Jan 28	32.9°F	33.8°F	33.3°F
Jan 29	32.9°F	33.7°F	33.3°F
Jan 30	32.8°F	33.8°F	33.2°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	32.0°F	29mi
Maardu	34.5°F	49mi
Tallinn	34.2°F	51mi
Loo	34.4°F	51mi
Paldiski	35.8°F	64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Helsinki