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 3.16°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.

37.7

°F

February 1, 08:48

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

37.8°F

Tomorrow:

37.7°F

Sunrise:

10:20

Sunset:

15:45

Day Length:

5 h. 25 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 37.7°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 0.3°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 39.7°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 36.4°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 37.8°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
Jan 18	36.8°F	36.8°F	37.1°F
Jan 19	36.4°F	36.6°F	37.0°F
Jan 20	36.5°F	36.7°F	37.1°F
Jan 21	36.6°F	36.7°F	37.1°F
Jan 22	38.0°F	36.7°F	37.3°F
Jan 23	38.0°F	36.8°F	37.3°F
Jan 24	38.1°F	36.7°F	37.2°F
Jan 25	38.0°F	36.7°F	37.2°F
Jan 26	37.7°F	36.8°F	37.2°F
Jan 27	37.9°F	36.9°F	37.3°F
Jan 28	37.9°F	36.9°F	37.4°F
Jan 29	37.9°F	36.9°F	37.4°F
Jan 30	37.8°F	36.9°F	37.4°F
Jan 31	37.8°F	37.0°F	37.5°F
Feb 1	37.7°F	37.0°F	37.4°F
Feb 2	37.7°F	37.0°F	37.4°F
Feb 3	37.8°F	37.1°F	37.5°F
Feb 4	37.8°F	37.1°F	37.5°F
Feb 5	37.9°F	37.2°F	37.6°F
Feb 6	37.9°F	37.1°F	37.6°F
Feb 7	37.8°F	37.2°F	37.5°F
Feb 8	37.9°F	37.2°F	37.6°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 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 38.0°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	37.5°F	7mi
Severomorsk	38.0°F	10mi
Gadzhiyevo	38.2°F	20mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Murmansk