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 3.06°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.

37.5

°F

February 25, 21:22

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

37.9°F

Tomorrow:

37.3°F

Sunrise:

08:52

Sunset:

18:33

Day Length:

9 h. 41 min.

Akranes in March

Minimum:

35.4°F

Average:

38.0°F

Maximum:

39.8°F

Sea water temperature in Akranes today

As of now, in Akranes, the water temperature is 37.5°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 1.1°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 38.4°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 35.0°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 38.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 37.3°F, while the maximum might reach 38.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Akranes

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 11	37.7°F	37.5°F	36.5°F
Feb 12	37.8°F	37.7°F	36.5°F
Feb 13	37.9°F	38.0°F	36.5°F
Feb 14	37.9°F	37.3°F	36.4°F
Feb 15	37.7°F	37.5°F	36.3°F
Feb 16	37.9°F	38.0°F	36.5°F
Feb 17	37.8°F	38.7°F	36.5°F
Feb 18	37.8°F	38.6°F	36.4°F
Feb 19	38.8°F	38.3°F	36.4°F
Feb 20	38.6°F	38.6°F	36.4°F
Feb 21	38.8°F	39.4°F	36.4°F
Feb 22	38.3°F	38.9°F	36.3°F
Feb 23	37.6°F	38.8°F	36.3°F
Feb 24	37.9°F	37.9°F	36.6°F
Feb 25	37.5°F	38.4°F	36.4°F
Feb 26	37.3°F	38.3°F	36.3°F
Feb 27	37.7°F	38.2°F	36.6°F
Feb 28	37.9°F	38.6°F	36.8°F
Mar 1	38.5°F	38.7°F	36.9°F
Mar 2	38.4°F	38.3°F	36.7°F
Mar 3	38.3°F	38.8°F	36.7°F
Mar 4	38.4°F	38.6°F	36.8°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 37.7°F in Winter, 40.5°F in Spring, 51.4°F in Summer, and 46.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Reykjavík	38.5°F	14mi
Kópavogur	38.6°F	15mi
Álftanes	38.9°F	15mi
Hafnarfjörður	38.8°F	18mi
Keflavík	40.7°F	26mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Akranes