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 6.29°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.

43.3

°F

May 15, 01:24

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

43.2°F

Tomorrow:

43.5°F

Sunrise:

04:11

Sunset:

22:39

Day Length:

18 h. 28 min.

Reykjavík in May

Minimum:

33.1°F

Average:

36.9°F

Maximum:

38.8°F

Sea water temperature in Reykjavík today

As of now, in Reykjavík, the water temperature is 43.3°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 0.7°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 45.6°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 41.8°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 44.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 43.5°F, while the maximum might reach 44.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Reykjavík

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 1	40.4°F	43.2°F	42.1°F
May 2	40.6°F	43.3°F	42.3°F
May 3	41.0°F	43.3°F	42.4°F
May 4	41.3°F	43.2°F	42.5°F
May 5	41.6°F	43.2°F	42.7°F
May 6	42.1°F	43.1°F	42.9°F
May 7	42.2°F	43.2°F	43.1°F
May 8	42.4°F	43.2°F	43.1°F
May 9	42.8°F	43.9°F	43.4°F
May 10	42.9°F	44.8°F	43.6°F
May 11	43.0°F	44.6°F	43.7°F
May 12	43.0°F	44.6°F	43.7°F
May 13	43.1°F	45.3°F	43.8°F
May 14	43.2°F	45.2°F	43.9°F
May 15	43.3°F	45.6°F	44.0°F
May 16	43.5°F	45.7°F	44.2°F
May 17	43.7°F	45.5°F	44.4°F
May 18	43.7°F	45.5°F	44.4°F
May 19	43.9°F	45.0°F	44.6°F
May 20	44.0°F	45.4°F	44.7°F
May 21	44.3°F	45.3°F	45.0°F
May 22	44.6°F	45.4°F	45.3°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, 51.6°F in Summer, and 46.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kópavogur	43.4°F	2mi
Álftanes	43.6°F	4mi
Hafnarfjörður	43.6°F	5mi
Akranes	43.1°F	14mi
Keflavík	45.0°F	22mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Reykjavík