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Water temperature in Hafnarfjörður

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Hafnarfjörður. 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.
Sea temperature in Hafnarfjörður now

47.5

°F

May 18, 14:38

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

46.5°F

Tomorrow:

47.6°F

Sunrise:

04:05

Sunset:

22:45

Day Length:

18 h. 40 min.

Hafnarfjörður in May

Minimum:

34.8°F

Average:

37.3°F

Maximum:

39.2°F

Sea water temperature in Hafnarfjörður today

As of now, in Hafnarfjörður, the water temperature is 47.5°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 3.1°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 stay about the same.

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 45.6°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 42.4°F on 2015.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 48.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 47.6°F, while the maximum might reach 49.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Hafnarfjörður

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 4 43.8°F 41.6°F 42.7°F
May 5 43.8°F 42.0°F 42.9°F
May 6 43.9°F 42.4°F 43.1°F
May 7 43.9°F 42.5°F 43.3°F
May 8 44.3°F 42.7°F 43.3°F
May 9 44.3°F 43.1°F 43.5°F
May 10 44.4°F 43.2°F 43.6°F
May 11 44.5°F 43.3°F 43.6°F
May 12 44.5°F 43.3°F 43.7°F
May 13 45.5°F 43.6°F 44.0°F
May 14 45.2°F 43.6°F 44.0°F
May 15 47.0°F 44.2°F 44.3°F
May 16 46.3°F 44.4°F 44.3°F
May 17 46.5°F 44.6°F 44.5°F
May 18 47.5°F 45.1°F 44.4°F
May 19 47.6°F 45.2°F 44.5°F
May 20 47.7°F 45.2°F 44.6°F
May 21 48.0°F 45.2°F 44.9°F
May 22 48.2°F 45.2°F 45.1°F
May 23 48.5°F 45.6°F 45.4°F
May 24 48.8°F 46.0°F 45.7°F
May 25 49.0°F 45.5°F 46.0°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 Hafnarfjörður by month

In an average year, Hafnarfjörður offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Hafnarfjörður was recorded on August 15, 2021, reaching a 56.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 24, 2023, dipping to 33.8°F. The average readings by season are 37.7°F in Winter, 40.7°F in Spring, 51.4°F in Summer, and 46.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Kópavogur 47.7°F 3mi
Álftanes 48.0°F 3mi
Reykjavík 47.5°F 5mi
Akranes 48.0°F 18mi
Keflavík 47.4°F 19mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Hafnarfjörður