What is the current water temperature in Keflavík?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Keflavík?

As of now, in Keflavík, the water temperature is 4.44°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 Keflavík

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Keflavík. 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.

40.0

°F

February 5, 10:00

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

39.7°F

Tomorrow:

39.8°F

Sunrise:

09:59

Sunset:

17:32

Day Length:

7 h. 33 min.

Keflavík in February

Minimum:

38.9°F

Average:

40.6°F

Maximum:

42.4°F

Sea water temperature in Keflavík today

As of now, in Keflavík, the water temperature is 40.0°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. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall 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 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 41.3°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 38.6°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 39.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 39.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 39.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Keflavík

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 22	40.4°F	39.2°F	39.6°F
Jan 23	40.1°F	39.7°F	39.6°F
Jan 24	40.0°F	39.5°F	39.4°F
Jan 25	40.0°F	39.1°F	39.4°F
Jan 26	39.9°F	39.4°F	39.4°F
Jan 27	39.3°F	39.4°F	39.4°F
Jan 28	39.6°F	38.9°F	39.5°F
Jan 29	39.2°F	39.2°F	39.5°F
Jan 30	38.8°F	39.1°F	39.5°F
Jan 31	39.4°F	39.5°F	39.5°F
Feb 1	39.2°F	38.4°F	39.3°F
Feb 2	39.7°F	38.6°F	39.2°F
Feb 3	39.6°F	38.8°F	39.2°F
Feb 4	39.7°F	38.9°F	39.2°F
Feb 5	40.0°F	38.9°F	39.4°F
Feb 6	39.8°F	38.3°F	39.1°F
Feb 7	39.7°F	38.5°F	39.1°F
Feb 8	39.6°F	37.2°F	39.0°F
Feb 9	39.6°F	36.3°F	38.9°F
Feb 10	39.5°F	36.7°F	38.8°F
Feb 11	39.6°F	37.3°F	38.9°F
Feb 12	39.7°F	37.9°F	39.1°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 Keflavík by month

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

The warmest water in Keflavík was recorded on August 6, 2019, reaching a 56.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 9, 2024, dipping to 36.3°F. The average readings by season are 40.2°F in Winter, 42.0°F in Spring, 50.8°F in Summer, and 47.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Álftanes	37.6°F	18mi
Hafnarfjörður	37.6°F	19mi
Kópavogur	37.5°F	21mi
Reykjavík	37.4°F	22mi
Akranes	36.8°F	26mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Keflavík