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 3.14°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

May 9, 07:14

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

37.6°F

Tomorrow:

37.9°F

Sunrise:

02:51

Sunset:

22:40

Day Length:

19 h. 49 min.

Murmansk in May

Minimum:

37.9°F

Average:

38.8°F

Maximum:

40.9°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 0.4°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

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 40.1°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 35.8°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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 38.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 37.9°F, while the maximum might reach 38.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Murmansk

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	35.8°F	34.8°F	35.2°F
Apr 26	35.7°F	34.8°F	35.3°F
Apr 27	35.9°F	34.9°F	35.3°F
Apr 28	36.0°F	35.0°F	35.6°F
Apr 29	36.5°F	35.3°F	35.9°F
Apr 30	36.4°F	35.4°F	36.1°F
May 1	36.7°F	35.6°F	36.3°F
May 2	36.8°F	36.1°F	36.5°F
May 3	37.2°F	36.2°F	36.6°F
May 4	37.9°F	36.3°F	36.8°F
May 5	38.3°F	36.2°F	36.8°F
May 6	38.1°F	36.3°F	37.0°F
May 7	37.5°F	36.3°F	37.0°F
May 8	37.6°F	36.4°F	37.2°F
May 9	37.7°F	36.3°F	37.3°F
May 10	37.9°F	36.6°F	37.5°F
May 11	38.1°F	36.8°F	37.7°F
May 12	38.2°F	36.9°F	37.8°F
May 13	38.3°F	37.7°F	37.9°F
May 14	38.6°F	38.8°F	38.2°F
May 15	38.5°F	38.9°F	38.1°F
May 16	38.7°F	39.1°F	38.3°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	37.4°F	7mi
Severomorsk	38.2°F	10mi
Gadzhiyevo	38.5°F	20mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Murmansk