Skanör sea temperature in December — averages 5.0°C

The sea at Skanör in Sweden averages 5.0°C during December, based on long-run climatology for the Baltic Sea. Use the live reading below for today's actual water and the monthly grid to compare with the rest of the year.

Average sea · December
5.0°C
cold · Poor
Live water now
Recommended wetsuit
6/5/4mm hooded fullsuit or drysuit
At 5.0°C only experienced cold-water athletes should enter — full thermal protection required.

December is a popular month to ask about Skanör because conditions can shift week to week along this coast. Expect the water near 5.0°C, with daily variation from wind, tides and recent storms. We refresh the live value from Open-Meteo Marine every hour, so the headline above always reflects the current state of the Baltic Sea.

Monthly comparison

Cold — wetsuit recommended · Skanör

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Skanör in December?

Skanör averages 5.0°C in December, based on long-run climatology for the Baltic Sea.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Skanör in December?

Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 5.0°C.

Do I need a wetsuit at Skanör in December?

A 4/3 mm full wetsuit, boots and neoprene cap are recommended.