Reynisfjara Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the Irminger Sea, warmest around August at about 11.8°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Reynisfjara water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Reynisfjara Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Reynisfjara occurs inJune, July, August, September — peaking at11.8°C (53.2°F) in August.
Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)
Hover a bar for detailsFull 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
| Month | Min Water Temp | Average Water Temp | Max Water Temp | Swimming Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.6°C | 7.7°C | 8.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 4.7°C | 7.5°C | 8.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 5.4°C | 7.5°C | 8.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 4.6°C | 7.7°C | 8.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 7.2°C | 8.3°C | 9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 8.2°C | 9.8°C | 11.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 9.5°C | 11.2°C | 12.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.7°C | 11.8°C | 13.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 8.5°C | 10.8°C | 12.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 7.7°C | 9.2°C | 11°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 7.3°C | 8.3°C | 9.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 6.3°C | 7.9°C | 8.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Reynisfjara
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Reynisfjara today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Reynisfjara this time of year is 10.8°C (51.4°F) — classified as Very Cold (< 16°C). Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Reynisfjara?
The highest water temperatures in Reynisfjara typically occur duringJune, July, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Reynisfjara in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Reynisfjara average around10.8°C (51.4°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 8.5°C and a maximum of 12.4°C.