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 2.52°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.

36.5

°F

December 22, 05:50

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

36.8°F

Tomorrow:

36.5°F

Sunrise:

11:23

Sunset:

15:30

Day Length:

4 h. 7 min.

Reykjavík in December

Minimum:

33.7°F

Average:

36.8°F

Maximum:

38.8°F

Sea water temperature in Reykjavík today

As of now, in Reykjavík, the water temperature is 36.5°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 1.5°F lower 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 39.8°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 34.0°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 36.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Reykjavík

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	38.8°F	40.6°F	39.3°F
Dec 9	38.8°F	40.2°F	39.4°F
Dec 10	38.7°F	39.6°F	39.1°F
Dec 11	38.5°F	39.7°F	38.8°F
Dec 12	38.2°F	39.7°F	38.6°F
Dec 13	38.2°F	39.6°F	38.5°F
Dec 14	38.1°F	39.5°F	38.5°F
Dec 15	37.7°F	39.6°F	38.4°F
Dec 16	37.7°F	39.4°F	38.5°F
Dec 17	37.3°F	39.6°F	38.4°F
Dec 18	37.1°F	39.1°F	38.3°F
Dec 19	37.1°F	39.1°F	38.2°F
Dec 20	37.3°F	39.0°F	38.1°F
Dec 21	36.8°F	39.9°F	38.3°F
Dec 22	36.5°F	39.3°F	38.1°F
Dec 23	36.5°F	39.7°F	38.0°F
Dec 24	36.5°F	39.6°F	38.1°F
Dec 25	36.6°F	38.7°F	38.2°F
Dec 26	36.6°F	38.9°F	38.1°F
Dec 27	36.5°F	38.6°F	38.0°F
Dec 28	36.4°F	38.9°F	37.9°F
Dec 29	36.5°F	39.0°F	38.0°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 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, 40.6°F in Spring, 51.5°F in Summer, and 46.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kópavogur	36.6°F	2mi
Álftanes	36.8°F	4mi
Hafnarfjörður	36.7°F	5mi
Akranes	37.1°F	14mi
Keflavík	40.7°F	22mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Reykjavík