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Beach Weather Today in Kirkjufjara Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

Today will have 10.2mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 80%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and strong at 39kmh from the North. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel freezing.

Kirkjufjara Beach faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 07:28 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 100% may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Kirkjufjara Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

There will be 2 days of moderate rain with an average of 6.1mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 3.0mm of rain and Sunday will have 9.2mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 93%.

KIRKJUFJARA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
59% 54% 100% 100% 100% 88% 100% 46%
0.7mm 1.1mm 4.8mm 1.9mm 1.2mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-0° -2° -2° -2° -1°
29% 18% 4% 3% 0% 17% 32% 19%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 62% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.1mm 0.2mm 1.1mm 3.5mm 1.8mm 1.2mm 0.9mm 1.6mm
Fri 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-0°
100% 100% 100% 99% 92% 89% 84% 81%
1.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.3mm 0.3mm 0.4mm 0.4mm
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-1° -1° -1° -0° -0° -1°
91% 85% 90% 96% 84% 95% 95% 70%
0.4mm 0.5mm 0.5mm 0.7mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.4mm 0.1mm
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-1° -1° -1° -1°
84% 100% 100% 99% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.4mm 0.8mm 1.9mm 2.8mm 3.0mm
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 75% 20% 2%
1.7mm 0.9mm 0.7mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
38
kmh
39
kmh
34
kmh
35
kmh
26
kmh
38
kmh
39
kmh
1.0m
1.2m
1.4m
1.4m
1.4m
1.0m
1.0m
1.4m
10.6s 8.3s 9.8s 13.2s 11.3s 11.0s 10.9s 10.7s
Wed 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
42
kmh
37
kmh
36
kmh
38
kmh
37
kmh
29
kmh
24
kmh
8
kmh
1.2m
1.3m
1.5m
1.3m
1.2m
1.6m
1.1m
1.0m
10.5s 10.3s 11.2s 12.8s 12.5s 12.2s 12.1s 11.7s
Thu 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
38
kmh
46
kmh
44
kmh
45
kmh
41
kmh
42
kmh
39
kmh
1.3m
1.7m
1.8m
2.0m
1.7m
1.7m
1.1m
1.6m
12.6s 12.0s 10.3s 10.7s 11.2s 12.2s 12.6s 12.3s
Fri 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
33
kmh
37
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
42
kmh
50
kmh
51
kmh
1.9m
2.1m
2.2m
2.4m
2.4m
2.4m
2.5m
2.5m
12.2s 12.7s 13.9s 14.2s 14.7s 14.9s 14.9s 14.8s
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
53
kmh
58
kmh
56
kmh
53
kmh
39
kmh
35
kmh
29
kmh
16
kmh
2.4m
2.4m
2.1m
1.8m
1.6m
1.3m
1.2m
1.5m
14.4s 14.1s 14.0s 13.9s 13.4s 13.1s 11.0s 11.0s
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
8
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
24
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
1.0m
1.6m
1.5m
1.2m
1.2m
1.4m
1.1m
1.2m
12.7s 10.6s 10.3s 10.0s 9.7s 9.5s 11.0s 10.5s
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
32
kmh
35
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
35
kmh
39
kmh
36
kmh
1.1m
1.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.8m
1.3m
1.1m
2.1m
10.3s 9.9s 9.6s 9.4s 9.0s 8.5s 8.1s 7.2s
Tue 17th March
5:37 AM 11:51 AM 5:56 PM
3.86 0.64 3.80
Wed 18th March
12:00 AM 6:10 AM 12:21 PM 6:28 PM
0.56 4.09 0.39 4.06
Thu 19th March
12:33 AM 6:42 AM 12:52 PM 7:00 PM
0.33 4.26 0.21 4.24
Fri 20th March
1:07 AM 7:16 AM 1:25 PM 7:34 PM
0.19 4.33 0.13 4.34
Sat 21st March
1:42 AM 7:50 AM 1:59 PM 8:09 PM
0.17 4.31 0.16 4.34
Sun 22nd March
2:19 AM 8:26 AM 2:34 PM 8:47 PM
0.25 4.17 0.30 4.23
Mon 23rd March
2:59 AM 9:06 AM 3:13 PM 9:30 PM
0.45 3.94 0.53 4.03
Tue 17th March
10.2mm
42kmh ENE
80%
Wed 18th March
0.0mm
10kmh NW
15%
Thu 19th March
10.4mm
39kmh SW
95%
Fri 20th March
3.2mm
37kmh WSW
93%
Sat 21st March
3.0mm
39kmh WSW
88%
Sun 22nd March
9.2mm
32kmh NE
97%
Mon 23rd March
3.7mm
9kmh NNW
74%
Tue 24th March
2.7mm
33kmh ENE
93%
Wed 25th March
8.0mm
25kmh SE
100%
Thu 26th March
3.7mm
56kmh W
84%
Fri 27th March
3.8mm
28kmh W
72%
Sat 28th March
0.1mm
18kmh WNW
60%
Sun 29th March
0.0mm
20kmh NNW
44%
Mon 30th March
0.0mm
50kmh NNE
37%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. There will be 11 days of moderate rain with an average of 5.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 74%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Kirkjufjara Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Kirkjufjara Beach, , Iceland

Imagine a beach holiday at Kirkjufjara Beach in Iceland, where you can experience the beauty of nature, unique landscapes, and a serene atmosphere. This stunning beach is located on the southern coast of Iceland, near the village of Vik. A visit to Kirkjufjara Beach allows you to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery that surrounds you.

Beach Type

Kirkjufjara Beach is known for its black sand and pebble shoreline, which is a result of volcanic activity in the area. The striking contrast between the dark sand and crashing waves makes for an unforgettable sight. While it may not be your traditional white or yellow sand beach, this unique landscape offers an incredible backdrop for photos and exploration. The beach also features impressive rock formations and cliffs along its coastline, which provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts.

Beach Activities

At Kirkjufjara Beach, you can indulge in various activities that are popular among visitors:

  1. Photography: The unique landscape of black sand, jagged cliffs, and stunning ocean views makes Kirkjufjara Beach a photographer's paradise.
  2. Birdwatching: The cliffs surrounding the beach are home to numerous bird species such as puffins, guillemots, and razorbills.
  3. Hiking: Explore the nearby trails that lead to Dyrhólaey peninsula or Reynisfjall Mountain for spectacular views.
  4. Snorkeling and Diving: Discover marine life around the rocky coastline where you can find various species of fish attracted by the rocks.

Please note that swimming is not advisable at Kirkjufjara Beach due to strong currents and dangerous waves.

Accommodations

While there are no specific beach resorts or hotels directly on Kirkjufjara Beach itself due to its remote location, several nearby accommodations offer easy access to the beach. Some options include:

  1. Icelandair Hotel Vik
  2. Black Beach Suites
  3. Hotel Kria
  4. The Barn

Areas to Stay In

The village of Vik is the ideal location to stay in for those visiting Kirkjufjara Beach, as it offers various accommodation options, restaurants, and essential services. Staying in Vik will also provide you with easy access to other nearby attractions such as Reynisfjara Beach and Skogafoss Waterfall.

Beach Amenities

Kirkjufjara Beach is relatively untouched and does not have many amenities such as restrooms or cafes directly on the beach itself. However, visitors can find these essential services in the nearby village of Vik or at some of the accommodations mentioned earlier. It is advisable to bring your own snacks, drinks, and other necessities when visiting Kirkjufjara Beach.

A holiday at Kirkjufjara Beach offers a unique experience full of breathtaking landscapes, exciting activities, and serene surroundings that will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired during your Icelandic adventure.

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