What is the current water temperature in Siglufjörður?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Siglufjörður?

As of now, in Siglufjörður, the water temperature is 4.0°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 Siglufjörður

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Siglufjörður. 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.

39.2

°F

May 12, 17:24

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

39.3°F

Tomorrow:

39.5°F

Sunrise:

03:48

Sunset:

22:38

Day Length:

18 h. 50 min.

Siglufjörður in May

Minimum:

32.7°F

Average:

38.4°F

Maximum:

40.9°F

Sea water temperature in Siglufjörður today

As of now, in Siglufjörður, the water temperature is 39.2°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 0.2°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 also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 40.3°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 37.7°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 40.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 39.5°F, while the maximum might reach 40.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Siglufjörður

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 28	38.0°F	38.8°F	38.1°F
Apr 29	39.8°F	38.9°F	38.5°F
Apr 30	39.7°F	38.3°F	38.6°F
May 1	38.8°F	40.1°F	38.6°F
May 2	39.1°F	40.0°F	38.7°F
May 3	39.1°F	39.8°F	38.8°F
May 4	38.7°F	39.2°F	38.8°F
May 5	38.6°F	40.1°F	38.9°F
May 6	38.5°F	40.8°F	39.0°F
May 7	38.7°F	41.1°F	39.0°F
May 8	38.2°F	41.0°F	39.0°F
May 9	38.4°F	41.2°F	39.1°F
May 10	38.7°F	41.1°F	39.0°F
May 11	39.3°F	41.1°F	39.0°F
May 12	39.2°F	41.1°F	39.0°F
May 13	39.5°F	40.8°F	39.3°F
May 14	39.8°F	41.2°F	39.5°F
May 15	39.9°F	41.7°F	39.7°F
May 16	40.0°F	42.1°F	39.8°F
May 17	40.3°F	43.0°F	40.1°F
May 18	40.6°F	43.9°F	40.4°F
May 19	40.9°F	44.9°F	40.7°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 Siglufjörður by month

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

The warmest water in Siglufjörður was recorded on August 27, 2021, reaching a 54.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 5, 2025, dipping to 32.7°F. The average readings by season are 38.3°F in Winter, 37.9°F in Spring, 46.6°F in Summer, and 43.9°F in Autumn.