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 11.48°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.

52.7

°F

July 11, 18:22

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

52.5°F

Tomorrow:

52.9°F

Sunrise:

03:26

Sunset:

23:40

Day Length:

20 h. 14 min.

Akranes in July

Minimum:

34.7°F

Average:

37.3°F

Maximum:

39.7°F

Sea water temperature in Akranes today

As of now, in Akranes, the water temperature is 52.7°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 0.6°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 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 53.6°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 49.7°F on 2018.

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 52.8°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
Jun 27	52.3°F	49.8°F	50.0°F
Jun 28	51.6°F	49.7°F	50.1°F
Jun 29	52.0°F	52.2°F	50.3°F
Jun 30	52.3°F	52.3°F	50.7°F
Jul 1	52.2°F	51.7°F	50.8°F
Jul 2	51.8°F	51.1°F	51.0°F
Jul 3	51.5°F	51.4°F	51.3°F
Jul 4	52.1°F	51.7°F	51.4°F
Jul 5	52.7°F	52.1°F	51.6°F
Jul 6	52.7°F	53.0°F	51.7°F
Jul 7	52.1°F	53.3°F	51.6°F
Jul 8	51.6°F	53.3°F	51.8°F
Jul 9	52.3°F	53.2°F	51.9°F
Jul 10	52.5°F	53.0°F	52.0°F
Jul 11	52.7°F	52.9°F	52.0°F
Jul 12	52.9°F	52.9°F	52.2°F
Jul 13	52.8°F	52.8°F	52.1°F
Jul 14	52.9°F	52.7°F	52.2°F
Jul 15	53.0°F	54.7°F	52.3°F
Jul 16	53.0°F	54.4°F	52.3°F
Jul 17	52.8°F	54.0°F	52.1°F
Jul 18	52.8°F	53.7°F	52.1°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 37.7°F in Winter, 40.4°F in Spring, 51.5°F in Summer, and 46.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Reykjavík	52.8°F	14mi
Kópavogur	52.7°F	15mi
Álftanes	52.3°F	15mi
Hafnarfjörður	52.6°F	18mi
Keflavík	51.7°F	26mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Akranes