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 11.17°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.

52.1

°F

July 4, 09:13

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

52.1°F

Tomorrow:

52.2°F

Sunrise:

03:13

Sunset:

23:51

Day Length:

20 h. 38 min.

Álftanes in July

Minimum:

34.4°F

Average:

37.5°F

Maximum:

39.5°F

Sea water temperature in Álftanes today

As of now, in Álftanes, the water temperature is 52.1°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 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 54.2°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 49.1°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 52.4°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
Jun 20	51.5°F	49.4°F	50.1°F
Jun 21	51.4°F	49.6°F	50.1°F
Jun 22	51.3°F	49.7°F	50.0°F
Jun 23	51.2°F	49.7°F	50.0°F
Jun 24	51.0°F	49.7°F	50.1°F
Jun 25	50.9°F	49.7°F	50.1°F
Jun 26	50.5°F	49.5°F	49.7°F
Jun 27	50.3°F	49.4°F	50.0°F
Jun 28	50.1°F	50.6°F	50.2°F
Jun 29	51.8°F	51.0°F	50.3°F
Jun 30	51.9°F	50.8°F	50.6°F
Jul 1	52.7°F	51.0°F	50.8°F
Jul 2	52.0°F	51.0°F	51.0°F
Jul 3	52.1°F	51.0°F	51.2°F
Jul 4	52.1°F	51.2°F	51.5°F
Jul 5	52.2°F	50.8°F	51.5°F
Jul 6	52.2°F	51.1°F	51.5°F
Jul 7	52.1°F	50.2°F	51.5°F
Jul 8	52.5°F	51.0°F	51.9°F
Jul 9	52.7°F	52.8°F	52.1°F
Jul 10	52.7°F	52.1°F	52.1°F
Jul 11	52.8°F	52.0°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 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, 40.8°F in Spring, 51.4°F in Summer, and 46.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kópavogur	52.2°F	3mi
Hafnarfjörður	52.2°F	3mi
Reykjavík	52.2°F	4mi
Akranes	51.7°F	15mi
Keflavík	50.9°F	18mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Álftanes