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 4.72°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.

40.5

°F

January 11, 14:24

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

40.4°F

Tomorrow:

40.2°F

Sunrise:

11:08

Sunset:

16:06

Day Length:

4 h. 58 min.

Akranes in January

Minimum:

35.8°F

Average:

38.1°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Sea water temperature in Akranes today

As of now, in Akranes, the water temperature is 40.5°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 3.2°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 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 39.7°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 35.7°F on 2023.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 40.2°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 1	39.3°F	38.1°F	38.1°F
Jan 2	39.3°F	38.1°F	38.2°F
Jan 3	39.1°F	37.8°F	38.0°F
Jan 4	39.0°F	37.2°F	37.7°F
Jan 5	38.8°F	36.4°F	37.2°F
Jan 6	39.6°F	36.4°F	37.3°F
Jan 7	39.7°F	36.1°F	37.3°F
Jan 8	40.3°F	36.9°F	37.5°F
Jan 9	40.4°F	36.8°F	37.4°F
Jan 10	40.4°F	37.0°F	37.7°F
Jan 11	40.5°F	36.7°F	37.3°F
Jan 12	40.2°F	36.7°F	37.1°F
Jan 13	40.3°F	36.7°F	37.1°F
Jan 14	40.1°F	36.1°F	36.9°F
Jan 15	40.2°F	36.5°F	37.1°F
Jan 16	40.4°F	37.0°F	37.2°F
Jan 17	40.2°F	35.6°F	37.1°F
Jan 18	39.9°F	35.6°F	36.7°F
Dec 28	39.5°F	37.8°F	38.6°F
Dec 29	39.1°F	38.2°F	38.5°F
Dec 30	39.0°F	38.6°F	38.5°F
Dec 31	37.8°F	38.2°F	38.1°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, 40.5°F in Spring, 51.4°F in Summer, and 46.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Reykjavík	39.5°F	14mi
Kópavogur	39.6°F	15mi
Álftanes	39.7°F	15mi
Hafnarfjörður	39.7°F	18mi
Keflavík	41.5°F	26mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Akranes