What is the current water temperature in Murmansk?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Murmansk?

As of now, in Murmansk, the water temperature is 2.17°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 Murmansk

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Murmansk. 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.

35.9

°F

April 17, 02:59

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

36.0°F

Tomorrow:

36.0°F

Sunrise:

04:43

Sunset:

20:54

Day Length:

16 h. 11 min.

Murmansk in April

Minimum:

38.1°F

Average:

39.0°F

Maximum:

41.1°F

Sea water temperature in Murmansk today

As of now, in Murmansk, the water temperature is 35.9°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. 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 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 36.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 34.4°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 36.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Murmansk

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 3	35.4°F	35.8°F	35.7°F
Apr 4	35.2°F	35.8°F	35.7°F
Apr 5	34.8°F	35.8°F	35.7°F
Apr 6	34.8°F	35.7°F	35.7°F
Apr 7	35.1°F	35.7°F	35.7°F
Apr 8	35.1°F	35.6°F	35.6°F
Apr 9	34.1°F	35.6°F	35.5°F
Apr 10	34.1°F	35.5°F	35.5°F
Apr 11	35.4°F	35.5°F	35.6°F
Apr 12	34.4°F	35.4°F	35.5°F
Apr 13	34.8°F	35.3°F	35.4°F
Apr 14	35.0°F	35.2°F	35.3°F
Apr 15	35.8°F	35.2°F	35.4°F
Apr 16	36.0°F	35.2°F	35.4°F
Apr 17	35.9°F	35.2°F	35.4°F
Apr 18	36.0°F	35.3°F	35.5°F
Apr 19	36.1°F	35.3°F	35.5°F
Apr 20	36.2°F	35.4°F	35.7°F
Apr 21	36.0°F	35.1°F	35.5°F
Apr 22	35.9°F	35.0°F	35.4°F
Apr 23	35.8°F	34.8°F	35.3°F
Apr 24	35.8°F	34.9°F	35.3°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 Murmansk by month

In an average year, Murmansk offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Murmansk was recorded on August 6, 2025, reaching a 60.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on April 10, 2026, dipping to 34.1°F. The average readings by season are 38.1°F in Winter, 36.4°F in Spring, 49.3°F in Summer, and 45.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kola	35.2°F	7mi
Severomorsk	36.8°F	10mi
Gadzhiyevo	36.8°F	20mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Murmansk