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 8.71°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.

47.7

°F

May 18, 15:58

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

46.5°F

Tomorrow:

47.7°F

Sunrise:

04:04

Sunset:

22:45

Day Length:

18 h. 41 min.

Kópavogur in May

Minimum:

33.7°F

Average:

37.0°F

Maximum:

39.0°F

Sea water temperature in Kópavogur today

As of now, in Kópavogur, the water temperature is 47.7°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 3.3°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 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 45.6°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 42.4°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 48.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 47.7°F, while the maximum might reach 49.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Kópavogur

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 4	43.9°F	41.4°F	42.6°F
May 5	43.8°F	41.8°F	42.8°F
May 6	43.9°F	42.2°F	43.1°F
May 7	43.9°F	42.3°F	43.2°F
May 8	44.3°F	42.5°F	43.2°F
May 9	44.4°F	43.0°F	43.4°F
May 10	44.5°F	43.1°F	43.5°F
May 11	44.6°F	43.1°F	43.6°F
May 12	44.6°F	43.2°F	43.7°F
May 13	45.6°F	43.5°F	44.0°F
May 14	45.4°F	43.5°F	44.0°F
May 15	47.2°F	44.1°F	44.3°F
May 16	46.4°F	44.2°F	44.3°F
May 17	46.5°F	44.6°F	44.5°F
May 18	47.7°F	45.1°F	44.4°F
May 19	47.7°F	45.1°F	44.5°F
May 20	47.9°F	45.1°F	44.6°F
May 21	48.1°F	45.2°F	44.9°F
May 22	48.4°F	45.1°F	45.1°F
May 23	48.7°F	45.5°F	45.4°F
May 24	49.0°F	46.0°F	45.8°F
May 25	49.2°F	45.5°F	46.0°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 August 3, 2019, reaching a 56.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2017, dipping to 33.0°F. The average readings by season are 37.4°F in Winter, 40.6°F in Spring, 51.4°F in Summer, and 46.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Reykjavík	47.5°F	2mi
Hafnarfjörður	47.5°F	3mi
Álftanes	48.0°F	3mi
Akranes	48.0°F	15mi
Keflavík	47.4°F	21mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Kópavogur