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 2.57°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.

36.6

°F

February 15, 12:57

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

37.0°F

Tomorrow:

36.4°F

Sunrise:

09:15

Sunset:

16:51

Day Length:

7 h. 36 min.

Murmansk in February

Minimum:

38.1°F

Average:

39.1°F

Maximum:

41.4°F

Sea water temperature in Murmansk today

As of now, in Murmansk, the water temperature is 36.6°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 about the same as 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 38.8°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 35.8°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 36.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 35.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 36.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Murmansk

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 1	37.8°F	37.0°F	37.4°F
Feb 2	37.9°F	37.0°F	37.5°F
Feb 3	37.9°F	37.1°F	37.5°F
Feb 4	38.0°F	37.1°F	37.5°F
Feb 5	37.9°F	37.2°F	37.6°F
Feb 6	38.2°F	37.1°F	37.6°F
Feb 7	38.0°F	37.2°F	37.6°F
Feb 8	38.2°F	37.2°F	37.6°F
Feb 9	38.1°F	37.2°F	37.6°F
Feb 10	37.9°F	37.1°F	37.5°F
Feb 11	37.7°F	37.0°F	37.3°F
Feb 12	37.5°F	36.9°F	37.2°F
Feb 13	37.3°F	36.7°F	37.0°F
Feb 14	37.0°F	36.5°F	36.6°F
Feb 15	36.6°F	36.3°F	36.5°F
Feb 16	36.4°F	36.1°F	36.3°F
Feb 17	36.4°F	36.0°F	36.2°F
Feb 18	36.2°F	35.9°F	36.1°F
Feb 19	36.1°F	35.9°F	35.9°F
Feb 20	36.1°F	35.8°F	35.9°F
Feb 21	35.9°F	35.6°F	35.8°F
Feb 22	35.9°F	35.6°F	35.7°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 February 28, 2024, dipping to 34.3°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	36.5°F	7mi
Severomorsk	36.8°F	10mi
Gadzhiyevo	37.0°F	20mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Murmansk