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 12.59°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.

54.7

°F

August 1, 12:23

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

54.6°F

Tomorrow:

54.8°F

Sunrise:

02:40

Sunset:

23:04

Day Length:

20 h. 24 min.

Murmansk in August

Minimum:

37.4°F

Average:

38.3°F

Maximum:

40.7°F

Sea water temperature in Murmansk today

As of now, in Murmansk, the water temperature is 54.7°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 1.7°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 rise a bit.

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 57.7°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 50.0°F on 2024.

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 55.0°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
Jul 18	51.4°F	51.3°F	50.6°F
Jul 19	51.2°F	53.1°F	50.7°F
Jul 20	51.0°F	52.7°F	50.6°F
Jul 21	51.3°F	53.0°F	50.9°F
Jul 22	52.6°F	52.9°F	51.3°F
Jul 23	52.2°F	53.1°F	51.6°F
Jul 24	52.0°F	53.0°F	51.6°F
Jul 25	52.7°F	52.8°F	51.9°F
Jul 26	53.4°F	52.5°F	52.0°F
Jul 27	54.7°F	52.3°F	52.1°F
Jul 28	55.5°F	53.3°F	52.4°F
Jul 29	55.3°F	54.7°F	52.7°F
Jul 30	54.7°F	56.3°F	52.9°F
Jul 31	54.6°F	56.5°F	53.1°F
Aug 1	54.7°F	57.7°F	53.0°F
Aug 2	54.8°F	57.8°F	53.2°F
Aug 3	55.1°F	58.6°F	53.4°F
Aug 4	55.1°F	57.9°F	53.5°F
Aug 5	55.3°F	59.8°F	53.6°F
Aug 6	55.1°F	60.8°F	53.5°F
Aug 7	54.6°F	59.6°F	53.0°F
Aug 8	54.6°F	58.6°F	52.9°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, 36.5°F in Spring, 49.5°F in Summer, and 45.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kola	54.5°F	7mi
Severomorsk	54.2°F	10mi
Gadzhiyevo	54.2°F	20mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Murmansk