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 8.89°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.

48.0

°F

May 18, 16:26

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

46.5°F

Tomorrow:

48.2°F

Sunrise:

04:03

Sunset:

22:48

Day Length:

18 h. 45 min.

Akranes in May

Minimum:

35.3°F

Average:

37.1°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Sea water temperature in Akranes today

As of now, in Akranes, the water temperature is 48.0°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 3.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 45.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 42.2°F on 2015.

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 48.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 48.2°F, while the maximum might reach 49.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Akranes

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 4	44.7°F	41.1°F	42.5°F
May 5	44.5°F	41.6°F	42.7°F
May 6	44.5°F	41.6°F	42.8°F
May 7	44.5°F	42.2°F	43.0°F
May 8	44.4°F	42.4°F	42.9°F
May 9	44.9°F	42.6°F	43.2°F
May 10	44.9°F	42.7°F	43.2°F
May 11	45.0°F	42.8°F	43.3°F
May 12	45.1°F	42.9°F	43.4°F
May 13	45.4°F	43.2°F	43.7°F
May 14	46.0°F	43.3°F	43.8°F
May 15	46.6°F	43.9°F	43.9°F
May 16	46.5°F	44.1°F	44.0°F
May 17	46.5°F	44.8°F	44.3°F
May 18	48.0°F	45.0°F	44.2°F
May 19	48.2°F	45.2°F	44.4°F
May 20	48.3°F	45.2°F	44.5°F
May 21	48.5°F	44.5°F	44.7°F
May 22	48.8°F	44.9°F	45.0°F
May 23	49.0°F	44.9°F	45.2°F
May 24	49.2°F	45.4°F	45.4°F
May 25	49.5°F	45.3°F	45.7°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	47.5°F	14mi
Kópavogur	47.7°F	15mi
Álftanes	48.0°F	15mi
Hafnarfjörður	47.5°F	18mi
Keflavík	47.4°F	26mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Akranes