What is the current water temperature in Álftanes?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Álftanes?

As of now, in Álftanes, the water temperature is 6.26°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 Álftanes

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Álftanes. 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.

43.3

°F

November 21, 13:24

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

43.3°F

Tomorrow:

43.2°F

Sunrise:

10:18

Sunset:

16:09

Day Length:

5 h. 51 min.

Álftanes in November

Minimum:

35.6°F

Average:

37.6°F

Maximum:

39.6°F

Sea water temperature in Álftanes today

As of now, in Álftanes, the water temperature is 43.3°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 0.5°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 stay about the same.

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 falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 44.0°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 41.3°F on 2021.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 43.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Álftanes

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	42.8°F	44.9°F	44.1°F
Nov 8	42.9°F	44.5°F	44.0°F
Nov 9	43.1°F	44.5°F	44.2°F
Nov 10	42.8°F	43.8°F	43.9°F
Nov 11	42.7°F	43.6°F	43.8°F
Nov 12	42.5°F	43.4°F	43.6°F
Nov 13	42.7°F	44.3°F	43.8°F
Nov 14	42.4°F	43.6°F	43.4°F
Nov 15	44.0°F	43.5°F	43.4°F
Nov 16	44.2°F	43.5°F	43.3°F
Nov 17	43.6°F	43.6°F	43.2°F
Nov 18	43.2°F	43.2°F	42.9°F
Nov 19	43.0°F	43.5°F	42.9°F
Nov 20	43.3°F	42.8°F	42.9°F
Nov 21	43.3°F	42.7°F	42.7°F
Nov 22	43.2°F	43.2°F	42.7°F
Nov 23	43.2°F	43.1°F	42.7°F
Nov 24	43.1°F	43.1°F	42.6°F
Nov 25	43.0°F	43.2°F	42.4°F
Nov 26	42.8°F	43.1°F	42.3°F
Nov 27	42.8°F	42.9°F	42.3°F
Nov 28	42.8°F	42.7°F	42.3°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 Álftanes by month

In an average year, Álftanes offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Álftanes was recorded on August 15, 2021, reaching a 56.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 19, 2023, dipping to 33.3°F. The average readings by season are 37.8°F in Winter, 40.7°F in Spring, 51.5°F in Summer, and 46.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kópavogur	43.1°F	3mi
Hafnarfjörður	43.0°F	3mi
Reykjavík	43.0°F	4mi
Akranes	42.5°F	15mi
Keflavík	43.0°F	18mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Álftanes