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 11.61°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.

52.9

°F

July 7, 21:06

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

53.5°F

Tomorrow:

53.2°F

Sunrise:

03:19

Sunset:

23:45

Day Length:

20 h. 26 min.

Kópavogur in July

Minimum:

33.3°F

Average:

37.3°F

Maximum:

40.0°F

Sea water temperature in Kópavogur today

As of now, in Kópavogur, the water temperature is 52.9°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 1.1°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable 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 54.6°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 49.8°F on 2018.

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 53.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 53.2°F, while the maximum might reach 53.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Kópavogur

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 23	54.6°F	51.4°F	50.6°F
Jun 24	54.1°F	51.2°F	50.6°F
Jun 25	53.7°F	51.1°F	50.6°F
Jun 26	53.0°F	50.7°F	50.2°F
Jun 27	52.8°F	50.4°F	50.3°F
Jun 28	52.2°F	50.2°F	50.4°F
Jun 29	52.4°F	51.6°F	50.5°F
Jun 30	52.6°F	51.8°F	50.8°F
Jul 1	52.7°F	52.5°F	51.0°F
Jul 2	52.5°F	52.0°F	51.2°F
Jul 3	52.3°F	52.1°F	51.4°F
Jul 4	52.6°F	52.2°F	51.7°F
Jul 5	53.3°F	52.5°F	51.9°F
Jul 6	53.5°F	52.9°F	52.0°F
Jul 7	52.9°F	53.4°F	51.8°F
Jul 8	53.2°F	53.3°F	52.1°F
Jul 9	53.4°F	53.2°F	52.3°F
Jul 10	53.4°F	53.0°F	52.3°F
Jul 11	53.4°F	52.9°F	52.3°F
Jul 12	53.4°F	52.9°F	52.3°F
Jul 13	53.4°F	52.8°F	52.3°F
Jul 14	53.5°F	52.7°F	52.4°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	53.0°F	2mi
Hafnarfjörður	52.8°F	3mi
Álftanes	52.7°F	3mi
Akranes	52.1°F	15mi
Keflavík	51.5°F	21mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Kópavogur