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 2.65°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.

36.8

°F

February 5, 09:54

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

36.3°F

Tomorrow:

36.5°F

Sunrise:

09:59

Sunset:

17:27

Day Length:

7 h. 28 min.

Akranes in February

Minimum:

35.7°F

Average:

38.1°F

Maximum:

40.8°F

Sea water temperature in Akranes today

As of now, in Akranes, the water temperature is 36.8°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 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 fall 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 37.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 34.8°F on 2023.

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 36.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Akranes

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 22	36.3°F	39.5°F	37.2°F
Jan 23	37.2°F	39.4°F	37.2°F
Jan 24	37.1°F	39.1°F	36.9°F
Jan 25	37.3°F	38.6°F	37.0°F
Jan 26	37.3°F	38.3°F	36.9°F
Jan 27	35.9°F	38.4°F	36.8°F
Jan 28	36.2°F	37.2°F	36.9°F
Jan 29	36.4°F	36.9°F	36.8°F
Jan 30	36.2°F	37.1°F	36.6°F
Jan 31	36.0°F	37.3°F	36.5°F
Feb 1	36.0°F	37.2°F	36.6°F
Feb 2	36.9°F	37.2°F	36.6°F
Feb 3	36.2°F	37.1°F	36.4°F
Feb 4	36.3°F	37.2°F	36.4°F
Feb 5	36.8°F	37.3°F	36.6°F
Feb 6	36.5°F	36.0°F	36.2°F
Feb 7	36.4°F	35.5°F	36.2°F
Feb 8	36.5°F	34.9°F	36.3°F
Feb 9	36.4°F	35.4°F	36.1°F
Feb 10	36.6°F	36.3°F	36.3°F
Feb 11	36.5°F	36.2°F	36.3°F
Feb 12	36.4°F	35.4°F	36.2°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 37.5°F in Winter, 40.2°F in Spring, 51.2°F in Summer, and 46.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Reykjavík	37.4°F	14mi
Kópavogur	37.5°F	15mi
Álftanes	37.6°F	15mi
Hafnarfjörður	37.6°F	18mi
Keflavík	40.0°F	26mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Akranes