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 3.33°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.

38.0

°F

March 15, 03:06

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

38.1°F

Tomorrow:

38.2°F

Sunrise:

07:47

Sunset:

19:27

Day Length:

11 h. 40 min.

Reykjavík in March

Minimum:

33.5°F

Average:

37.5°F

Maximum:

39.4°F

Sea water temperature in Reykjavík today

As of now, in Reykjavík, the water temperature is 38.0°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 0.6°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 closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable 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 38.8°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 36.1°F on 2020.

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 38.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 38.2°F, while the maximum might reach 38.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Reykjavík

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 1	38.7°F	35.6°F	36.7°F
Mar 2	38.6°F	35.3°F	36.7°F
Mar 3	38.6°F	35.4°F	36.8°F
Mar 4	38.6°F	35.1°F	36.8°F
Mar 5	38.4°F	35.4°F	36.9°F
Mar 6	38.4°F	35.6°F	37.1°F
Mar 7	38.0°F	36.1°F	37.1°F
Mar 8	37.6°F	36.5°F	37.3°F
Mar 9	37.2°F	37.0°F	37.3°F
Mar 10	37.5°F	36.8°F	37.4°F
Mar 11	37.7°F	36.9°F	37.4°F
Mar 12	37.5°F	36.5°F	37.4°F
Mar 13	37.6°F	36.7°F	37.4°F
Mar 14	38.1°F	36.9°F	37.5°F
Mar 15	38.0°F	36.7°F	37.4°F
Mar 16	38.2°F	36.9°F	37.6°F
Mar 17	38.3°F	36.6°F	37.7°F
Mar 18	38.4°F	36.8°F	37.7°F
Mar 19	38.4°F	37.3°F	37.8°F
Mar 20	38.4°F	37.3°F	37.8°F
Mar 21	38.6°F	37.4°F	38.0°F
Mar 22	38.7°F	37.5°F	38.1°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 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	38.1°F	2mi
Álftanes	38.3°F	4mi
Hafnarfjörður	38.1°F	5mi
Akranes	37.5°F	14mi
Keflavík	40.9°F	22mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Reykjavík