What is the current water temperature in Reykjavík?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Reykjavík?

As of now, in Reykjavík, the water temperature is 5.7°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 Reykjavík

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Reykjavík. 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.

42.3

°F

April 25, 04:57

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

42.2°F

Tomorrow:

42.4°F

Sunrise:

05:22

Sunset:

21:31

Day Length:

16 h. 9 min.

Reykjavík in May

Minimum:

33.1°F

Average:

36.8°F

Maximum:

38.8°F

Sea water temperature in Reykjavík today

As of now, in Reykjavík, the water temperature is 42.3°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 1.3°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 42.7°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 39.8°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 42.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 42.4°F, while the maximum might reach 43.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Reykjavík

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 11	40.8°F	37.7°F	39.0°F
Apr 12	41.9°F	38.0°F	39.3°F
Apr 13	41.7°F	36.9°F	39.1°F
Apr 14	41.8°F	36.9°F	39.2°F
Apr 15	41.4°F	37.1°F	39.5°F
Apr 16	41.4°F	37.8°F	39.7°F
Apr 17	41.8°F	37.4°F	39.8°F
Apr 18	41.8°F	37.5°F	39.9°F
Apr 19	41.6°F	38.1°F	40.2°F
Apr 20	41.6°F	37.8°F	40.3°F
Apr 21	42.3°F	38.2°F	40.4°F
Apr 22	41.8°F	39.1°F	40.5°F
Apr 23	42.2°F	40.2°F	40.7°F
Apr 24	42.2°F	40.3°F	40.9°F
Apr 25	42.3°F	40.5°F	41.0°F
Apr 26	42.4°F	40.9°F	41.2°F
Apr 27	42.5°F	40.8°F	41.2°F
Apr 28	42.5°F	40.4°F	41.2°F
Apr 29	42.9°F	40.9°F	41.6°F
Apr 30	43.2°F	40.6°F	41.9°F
May 1	43.3°F	40.4°F	42.0°F
May 2	43.5°F	40.6°F	42.2°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 Reykjavík by month

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

The warmest water in Reykjavík was recorded on August 3, 2019, reaching a 56.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2017, dipping to 32.5°F. The average readings by season are 37.3°F in Winter, 40.5°F in Spring, 51.4°F in Summer, and 46.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kópavogur	42.3°F	2mi
Álftanes	42.4°F	4mi
Hafnarfjörður	42.3°F	5mi
Akranes	42.5°F	14mi
Keflavík	43.4°F	22mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Reykjavík