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 3.88°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.

39.0

°F

December 22, 08:27

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

38.9°F

Tomorrow:

39.1°F

Sunrise:

Sunset:

Day Length:

Murmansk in December

Minimum:

37.1°F

Average:

38.0°F

Maximum:

40.1°F

Sea water temperature in Murmansk today

As of now, in Murmansk, the water temperature is 39.0°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 0.2°F lower 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 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 41.6°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 38.1°F on 2019.

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 39.0°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
Dec 8	41.2°F	39.8°F	40.8°F
Dec 9	41.0°F	39.6°F	40.6°F
Dec 10	40.8°F	39.5°F	40.5°F
Dec 11	40.6°F	39.4°F	40.4°F
Dec 12	40.5°F	39.3°F	40.3°F
Dec 13	40.4°F	39.3°F	40.1°F
Dec 14	40.2°F	39.1°F	40.0°F
Dec 15	40.0°F	39.1°F	39.9°F
Dec 16	39.8°F	38.9°F	39.7°F
Dec 17	39.7°F	38.8°F	39.7°F
Dec 18	39.4°F	38.6°F	39.5°F
Dec 19	39.3°F	38.5°F	39.3°F
Dec 20	39.2°F	38.5°F	39.3°F
Dec 21	38.9°F	38.3°F	39.1°F
Dec 22	39.0°F	38.3°F	39.2°F
Dec 23	39.1°F	38.3°F	39.3°F
Dec 24	39.1°F	38.3°F	39.3°F
Dec 25	39.0°F	38.3°F	39.2°F
Dec 26	39.1°F	38.4°F	39.3°F
Dec 27	39.0°F	38.4°F	39.2°F
Dec 28	38.9°F	38.3°F	39.1°F
Dec 29	38.9°F	38.2°F	39.1°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 July 25, 2016, reaching a 58.8°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, 36.5°F in Spring, 49.1°F in Summer, and 45.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kola	38.8°F	7mi
Severomorsk	39.4°F	10mi
Gadzhiyevo	40.4°F	20mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Murmansk