What is the current water temperature in Reyðarfjörður?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Reyðarfjörður?

As of now, in Reyðarfjörður, the water temperature is 4.26°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 Reyðarfjörður

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Reyðarfjörður. 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.

39.7

°F

May 15, 19:57

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

39.4°F

Tomorrow:

39.9°F

Sunrise:

03:33

Sunset:

22:16

Day Length:

18 h. 43 min.

Reyðarfjörður in May

Minimum:

36.7°F

Average:

38.7°F

Maximum:

40.9°F

Sea water temperature in Reyðarfjörður today

As of now, in Reyðarfjörður, the water temperature is 39.7°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 0.4°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 rise a bit.

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 41.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 37.9°F on 2021.

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 40.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 39.9°F, while the maximum might reach 41.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Reyðarfjörður

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 1	40.7°F	38.3°F	38.6°F
May 2	41.5°F	38.3°F	38.7°F
May 3	41.5°F	38.5°F	38.7°F
May 4	41.0°F	37.8°F	38.7°F
May 5	40.9°F	37.9°F	38.8°F
May 6	40.7°F	38.8°F	38.9°F
May 7	40.7°F	39.2°F	38.8°F
May 8	40.5°F	39.7°F	38.9°F
May 9	40.2°F	40.2°F	38.9°F
May 10	40.3°F	40.2°F	39.0°F
May 11	40.4°F	40.0°F	38.8°F
May 12	39.1°F	39.9°F	38.6°F
May 13	39.8°F	39.6°F	38.7°F
May 14	39.4°F	41.2°F	39.2°F
May 15	39.7°F	39.7°F	39.3°F
May 16	39.9°F	42.3°F	39.5°F
May 17	40.2°F	43.6°F	39.8°F
May 18	40.3°F	43.3°F	39.9°F
May 19	40.7°F	45.4°F	40.4°F
May 20	40.7°F	45.0°F	40.4°F
May 21	41.0°F	46.5°F	40.7°F
May 22	40.9°F	44.5°F	40.6°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 Reyðarfjörður by month

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

The warmest water in Reyðarfjörður was recorded on July 15, 2021, reaching a 53.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on April 2, 2023, dipping to 32.5°F. The average readings by season are 38.3°F in Winter, 38.0°F in Spring, 45.8°F in Summer, and 43.8°F in Autumn.