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 6.1°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.

43.0

°F

November 21, 13:02

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

43.0°F

Tomorrow:

42.9°F

Sunrise:

10:17

Sunset:

16:09

Day Length:

5 h. 52 min.

Reykjavík in November

Minimum:

33.3°F

Average:

37.0°F

Maximum:

38.9°F

Sea water temperature in Reykjavík today

As of now, in Reykjavík, the water temperature is 43.0°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 0.4°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 43.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 41.0°F on 2021.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 42.6°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
Nov 7	42.6°F	44.8°F	44.0°F
Nov 8	42.7°F	44.3°F	43.9°F
Nov 9	42.7°F	44.1°F	44.0°F
Nov 10	42.5°F	43.5°F	43.8°F
Nov 11	42.4°F	43.4°F	43.7°F
Nov 12	42.2°F	43.3°F	43.5°F
Nov 13	42.3°F	43.9°F	43.6°F
Nov 14	42.0°F	43.4°F	43.3°F
Nov 15	43.5°F	43.3°F	43.2°F
Nov 16	43.5°F	43.2°F	43.2°F
Nov 17	43.0°F	43.2°F	43.0°F
Nov 18	42.7°F	43.0°F	42.8°F
Nov 19	42.6°F	43.1°F	42.7°F
Nov 20	43.0°F	42.8°F	42.7°F
Nov 21	43.0°F	42.6°F	42.6°F
Nov 22	42.9°F	42.6°F	42.5°F
Nov 23	42.9°F	42.6°F	42.5°F
Nov 24	42.8°F	42.7°F	42.4°F
Nov 25	42.6°F	42.9°F	42.3°F
Nov 26	42.5°F	42.8°F	42.2°F
Nov 27	42.5°F	42.6°F	42.1°F
Nov 28	42.5°F	42.5°F	42.1°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 37.4°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	43.1°F	2mi
Álftanes	43.3°F	4mi
Hafnarfjörður	43.0°F	5mi
Akranes	42.5°F	14mi
Keflavík	43.0°F	22mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Reykjavík