What is the current water temperature in Kópavogur?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Kópavogur?

As of now, in Kópavogur, the water temperature is 8.46°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 Kópavogur

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kópavogur. 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.

47.2

°F

May 27, 04:46

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

47.1°F

Tomorrow:

47.2°F

Sunrise:

03:37

Sunset:

23:14

Day Length:

19 h. 37 min.

Kópavogur in June

Minimum:

33.5°F

Average:

37.2°F

Maximum:

39.9°F

Sea water temperature in Kópavogur today

As of now, in Kópavogur, the water temperature is 47.2°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 0.2°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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 50.6°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 45.4°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 47.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Kópavogur

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 13	44.7°F	45.6°F	44.3°F
May 14	45.5°F	45.4°F	44.3°F
May 15	45.7°F	47.2°F	44.6°F
May 16	45.0°F	46.4°F	44.6°F
May 17	45.4°F	46.5°F	44.8°F
May 18	44.7°F	47.7°F	44.9°F
May 19	45.4°F	48.7°F	45.1°F
May 20	45.3°F	49.3°F	45.3°F
May 21	45.6°F	50.2°F	45.6°F
May 22	46.1°F	50.0°F	45.9°F
May 23	46.3°F	50.1°F	46.1°F
May 24	46.2°F	49.9°F	46.4°F
May 25	46.8°F	49.7°F	46.6°F
May 26	47.1°F	49.6°F	46.9°F
May 27	47.2°F	49.3°F	47.0°F
May 28	47.2°F	49.0°F	47.0°F
May 29	47.2°F	49.1°F	47.0°F
May 30	47.1°F	49.5°F	46.9°F
May 31	47.2°F	50.0°F	47.0°F
Jun 1	47.7°F	51.3°F	47.5°F
Jun 2	48.1°F	51.0°F	47.9°F
Jun 3	48.1°F	51.0°F	47.9°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 Kópavogur by month

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

The warmest water in Kópavogur was recorded on September 5, 2025, reaching a 56.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2017, dipping to 33.0°F. The average readings by season are 37.6°F in Winter, 40.7°F in Spring, 51.7°F in Summer, and 47.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Reykjavík	47.3°F	2mi
Hafnarfjörður	47.2°F	3mi
Álftanes	47.1°F	3mi
Akranes	47.1°F	15mi
Keflavík	47.0°F	21mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Kópavogur