What is the current water temperature in Akranes?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Akranes?

As of now, in Akranes, the water temperature is 9.54°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 Akranes

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Akranes. 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.

49.2

°F

June 14, 03:01

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

48.7°F

Tomorrow:

49.5°F

Sunrise:

Sunset:

Day Length:

Akranes in June

Minimum:

34.7°F

Average:

37.1°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Sea water temperature in Akranes today

As of now, in Akranes, the water temperature is 49.2°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. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 50.8°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 47.1°F on 2015.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 49.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 49.5°F, while the maximum might reach 50.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Akranes

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 31	49.8°F	47.3°F	46.5°F
Jun 1	51.1°F	47.2°F	47.0°F
Jun 2	51.0°F	47.3°F	47.3°F
Jun 3	49.4°F	47.0°F	47.2°F
Jun 4	49.4°F	46.8°F	47.2°F
Jun 5	49.4°F	46.6°F	47.5°F
Jun 6	47.3°F	46.8°F	47.4°F
Jun 7	46.0°F	46.5°F	47.4°F
Jun 8	46.6°F	46.2°F	47.7°F
Jun 9	47.4°F	46.1°F	47.7°F
Jun 10	48.1°F	46.1°F	47.9°F
Jun 11	48.1°F	46.5°F	48.4°F
Jun 12	47.9°F	46.7°F	48.2°F
Jun 13	48.7°F	47.4°F	48.3°F
Jun 14	49.2°F	47.7°F	48.7°F
Jun 15	49.5°F	47.8°F	49.0°F
Jun 16	49.7°F	48.9°F	49.2°F
Jun 17	49.9°F	48.7°F	49.4°F
Jun 18	50.1°F	48.9°F	49.7°F
Jun 19	49.9°F	49.1°F	49.4°F
Jun 20	50.0°F	49.4°F	49.6°F
Jun 21	50.2°F	49.6°F	49.8°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 Akranes by month

In an average year, Akranes offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Akranes was recorded on August 15, 2021, reaching a 56.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 1, 2023, dipping to 32.9°F. The average readings by season are 37.6°F in Winter, 40.4°F in Spring, 51.2°F in Summer, and 46.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Reykjavík	49.4°F	14mi
Kópavogur	49.4°F	15mi
Álftanes	49.5°F	15mi
Hafnarfjörður	49.5°F	18mi
Keflavík	49.2°F	26mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Akranes