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 9.31°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.

48.8

°F

June 13, 07:08

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

48.8°F

Tomorrow:

49.0°F

Sunrise:

03:00

Sunset:

23:56

Day Length:

20 h. 56 min.

Reykjavík in June

Minimum:

33.0°F

Average:

36.9°F

Maximum:

38.8°F

Sea water temperature in Reykjavík today

As of now, in Reykjavík, the water temperature is 48.8°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 about the same as 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 slightly 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 50.8°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 47.0°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 49.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 49.0°F, while the maximum might reach 50.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Reykjavík

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 30	49.3°F	47.4°F	46.7°F
May 31	49.9°F	47.2°F	46.7°F
Jun 1	51.1°F	47.2°F	47.2°F
Jun 2	50.9°F	47.2°F	47.6°F
Jun 3	51.0°F	46.8°F	47.6°F
Jun 4	50.7°F	47.0°F	47.7°F
Jun 5	50.4°F	47.1°F	48.0°F
Jun 6	49.1°F	47.1°F	48.0°F
Jun 7	48.0°F	46.7°F	48.0°F
Jun 8	48.5°F	47.2°F	48.2°F
Jun 9	48.8°F	47.1°F	48.3°F
Jun 10	49.4°F	47.1°F	48.3°F
Jun 11	49.2°F	47.3°F	48.6°F
Jun 12	48.8°F	47.4°F	48.7°F
Jun 13	48.8°F	47.8°F	48.6°F
Jun 14	49.0°F	48.0°F	48.9°F
Jun 15	49.3°F	47.9°F	49.2°F
Jun 16	49.6°F	48.7°F	49.4°F
Jun 17	49.7°F	48.7°F	49.6°F
Jun 18	50.0°F	48.9°F	49.8°F
Jun 19	50.1°F	49.1°F	49.9°F
Jun 20	50.2°F	49.2°F	50.0°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, 51.4°F in Summer, and 46.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kópavogur	48.7°F	2mi
Álftanes	48.6°F	4mi
Hafnarfjörður	48.8°F	5mi
Akranes	48.0°F	14mi
Keflavík	48.5°F	22mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Reykjavík