What is the current water temperature in Ísafjörður?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Ísafjörður?

As of now, in Ísafjörður, the water temperature is 6.22°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 Ísafjörður

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Ísafjörður. 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.

43.2

°F

May 18, 14:33

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

42.1°F

Tomorrow:

43.6°F

Sunrise:

03:42

Sunset:

23:18

Day Length:

19 h. 36 min.

Ísafjörður in May

Minimum:

36.1°F

Average:

38.1°F

Maximum:

39.8°F

Sea water temperature in Ísafjörður today

As of now, in Ísafjörður, the water temperature is 43.2°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 3.4°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 rise 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 41.2°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 37.3°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 44.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 43.6°F, while the maximum might reach 45.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Ísafjörður

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 4	39.7°F	38.1°F	38.4°F
May 5	39.7°F	38.2°F	38.5°F
May 6	40.2°F	38.4°F	38.8°F
May 7	40.2°F	38.6°F	38.7°F
May 8	41.7°F	38.6°F	38.8°F
May 9	41.6°F	38.8°F	39.0°F
May 10	41.3°F	38.6°F	38.6°F
May 11	41.5°F	38.8°F	38.8°F
May 12	41.6°F	39.0°F	39.0°F
May 13	41.4°F	39.1°F	39.1°F
May 14	41.6°F	39.2°F	39.2°F
May 15	41.9°F	40.0°F	39.5°F
May 16	41.9°F	40.0°F	39.5°F
May 17	42.1°F	40.2°F	39.8°F
May 18	43.2°F	40.2°F	39.8°F
May 19	43.6°F	40.4°F	40.2°F
May 20	43.9°F	40.4°F	40.4°F
May 21	44.2°F	39.8°F	40.7°F
May 22	44.4°F	41.2°F	41.0°F
May 23	44.8°F	41.2°F	41.3°F
May 24	45.0°F	41.2°F	41.5°F
May 25	45.2°F	42.0°F	41.7°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 Ísafjörður by month

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

The warmest water in Ísafjörður was recorded on September 3, 2021, reaching a 57.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 16, 2023, dipping to 32.9°F. The average readings by season are 37.7°F in Winter, 37.1°F in Spring, 47.7°F in Summer, and 45.1°F in Autumn.