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 11.7°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.

53.1

°F

August 8, 19:20

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

53.1°F

Tomorrow:

53.1°F

Sunrise:

04:59

Sunset:

22:11

Day Length:

17 h. 12 min.

Keflavík in August

Minimum:

39.1°F

Average:

40.1°F

Maximum:

42.0°F

Sea water temperature in Keflavík today

As of now, in Keflavík, the water temperature is 53.1°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 about the same as 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

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 55.0°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 51.4°F on 2022.

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 52.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Keflavík

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 25	53.1°F	51.5°F	52.0°F
Jul 26	53.4°F	51.5°F	52.1°F
Jul 27	53.2°F	52.0°F	52.3°F
Jul 28	53.7°F	52.1°F	52.4°F
Jul 29	53.7°F	52.2°F	52.6°F
Jul 30	53.5°F	51.9°F	52.8°F
Jul 31	53.5°F	51.9°F	52.7°F
Aug 1	53.3°F	51.8°F	52.7°F
Aug 2	53.1°F	51.6°F	52.9°F
Aug 3	52.8°F	51.9°F	53.0°F
Aug 4	52.9°F	52.0°F	53.0°F
Aug 5	53.3°F	52.1°F	53.2°F
Aug 6	53.0°F	52.1°F	53.2°F
Aug 7	53.1°F	52.1°F	53.2°F
Aug 8	53.1°F	51.9°F	53.0°F
Aug 9	53.1°F	52.1°F	53.0°F
Aug 10	53.1°F	52.1°F	53.0°F
Aug 11	52.9°F	51.9°F	52.8°F
Aug 12	52.7°F	51.7°F	52.6°F
Aug 13	52.8°F	51.8°F	52.7°F
Aug 14	52.8°F	51.8°F	52.7°F
Aug 15	53.0°F	52.0°F	52.9°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 40.3°F in Winter, 42.1°F in Spring, 50.9°F in Summer, and 47.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Álftanes	53.3°F	18mi
Hafnarfjörður	53.5°F	19mi
Kópavogur	53.5°F	21mi
Reykjavík	53.6°F	22mi
Akranes	53.5°F	26mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Keflavík