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 6.3°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.

43.3

°F

May 18, 15:01

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

43.6°F

Tomorrow:

43.6°F

Sunrise:

03:22

Sunset:

22:26

Day Length:

19 h. 4 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 43.3°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 4.0°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 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 41.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 38.0°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 43.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 43.6°F, while the maximum might reach 44.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Reyðarfjörður

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 4	37.8°F	37.8°F	38.4°F
May 5	37.9°F	37.9°F	38.4°F
May 6	38.8°F	38.2°F	38.6°F
May 7	39.2°F	38.3°F	38.4°F
May 8	39.7°F	40.7°F	38.6°F
May 9	40.2°F	40.7°F	38.7°F
May 10	40.2°F	41.2°F	38.7°F
May 11	40.0°F	41.0°F	38.4°F
May 12	40.0°F	41.0°F	38.5°F
May 13	39.6°F	41.0°F	38.5°F
May 14	41.2°F	41.6°F	39.1°F
May 15	39.7°F	41.6°F	39.2°F
May 16	42.3°F	41.6°F	39.3°F
May 17	43.6°F	41.6°F	39.6°F
May 18	43.3°F	41.9°F	39.4°F
May 19	43.6°F	42.1°F	39.6°F
May 20	43.6°F	42.0°F	39.6°F
May 21	43.8°F	42.0°F	39.8°F
May 22	43.9°F	41.9°F	39.9°F
May 23	44.0°F	42.6°F	40.0°F
May 24	43.9°F	42.4°F	39.9°F
May 25	44.1°F	42.2°F	40.1°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 38.2°F in Winter, 37.8°F in Spring, 45.5°F in Summer, and 43.6°F in Autumn.