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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 3.3mm of light rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 70%.

The winds will be side shore and extremely strong at 68kmh from the North West. 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 06:26 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 light rain with an average of 2.1mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 2.0mm of rain and Sunday will have 2.1mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 62%.

KIRKJUFJARA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 24th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-3°
92% 100% 100% 100% 100% 52% 13% 5%
0.7mm 0.7mm 0.9mm 0.9mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 25th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-6° -6° -7° -6° -4° -3° -6° -4°
0% 77% 100% 4% 96% 81% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
Thu 26th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-3° -2° -0° -5°
97% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 80% 77%
0.2mm 0.9mm 1.9mm 1.3mm 2.3mm 1.8mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
Fri 27th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-8° -5° -5° -5° -4° -4° -3° -4°
71% 58% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 63%
0.1mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.3mm 0.1mm
Sat 28th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-5° -8° -8° -7° -3° -2° -3° -3°
25% 65% 47% 49% 100% 100% 91% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.9mm 1.1mm
Sun 1st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-2° -1° -0° -1° -1° -1° -3° -5°
94% 75% 100% 69% 71% 0% 7% 8%
1.1mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 2nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-4° -3° -3° -3° -1° -1°
65% 93% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 84%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 1.3mm
Tue 24th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
28
kmh
20
kmh
28
kmh
41
kmh
55
kmh
68
kmh
57
kmh
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
1.8m
2.7m
2.7m
2.4m
12.0s 11.7s 11.1s 10.9s 10.7s 9.1s 9.2s 9.8s
Wed 25th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
54
kmh
49
kmh
41
kmh
27
kmh
6
kmh
21
kmh
34
kmh
40
kmh
2.2m
1.8m
1.1m
0.4m
1.0m
1.6m
1.4m
1.6m
10.4s 11.5s 11.6s 10.9s 10.9s 10.9s 10.7s 10.5s
Thu 26th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
47
kmh
49
kmh
51
kmh
58
kmh
56
kmh
10
kmh
61
kmh
44
kmh
2.0m
2.7m
2.6m
2.1m
1.3m
0.8m
0.9m
2.6m
10.8s 12.0s 9.9s 10.3s 8.8s 10.2s 10.2s 10.3s
Fri 27th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
55
kmh
57
kmh
59
kmh
56
kmh
52
kmh
55
kmh
46
kmh
2.1m
1.6m
2.2m
2.2m
1.9m
2.1m
1.7m
1.3m
10.5s 11.6s 11.8s 8.3s 8.2s 8.2s 12.3s 14.4s
Sat 28th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
32
kmh
1.2m
0.9m
0.4m
0.1m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.7m
11.9s 11.9s 11.7s 12.0s 12.1s 12.0s 11.9s 12.0s
Sun 1st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
31
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
10
kmh
19
kmh
0.8m
0.6m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
12.2s 12.0s 12.1s 12.5s 12.2s 12.0s 11.8s 11.4s
Mon 2nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
17
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
20
kmh
26
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.9m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
1.8m
1.9m
11.1s 10.9s 10.8s 10.6s 10.3s 9.9s 10.7s 12.1s
Tue 24th February
5:00 AM 11:09 AM 5:22 PM 11:49 PM
1.03 3.38 1.09 3.45
Wed 25th February
6:13 AM 12:24 PM 6:40 PM
1.31 3.09 1.33
Thu 26th February
1:17 AM 7:53 AM 2:06 PM 8:19 PM
3.32 1.42 2.99 1.38
Fri 27th February
2:55 AM 9:29 AM 3:39 PM 9:45 PM
3.40 1.27 3.14 1.18
Sat 28th February
4:11 AM 10:37 AM 4:44 PM 10:48 PM
3.66 0.97 3.42 0.89
Sun 1st March
5:07 AM 11:27 AM 5:33 PM 11:36 PM
3.94 0.67 3.71 0.60
Mon 2nd March
5:52 AM 12:09 PM 6:14 PM
4.18 0.43 3.94
Tue 24th February
3.3mm
20kmh NW
70%
Wed 25th February
-3°
0.1mm
10kmh NNW
69%
Thu 26th February
8.7mm
45kmh E
94%
Fri 27th February
-3°
2.4mm
49kmh WSW
86%
Sat 28th February
2.0mm
19kmh NE
72%
Sun 1st March
2.1mm
29kmh WNW
53%
Mon 2nd March
1.8mm
12kmh NE
92%
Tue 3rd March
5.4mm
27kmh WNW
76%
Wed 4th March
5.5mm
38kmh SSW
86%
Thu 5th March
7.8mm
28kmh WSW
89%
Fri 6th March
0.8mm
23kmh WNW
84%
Sat 7th March
7.2mm
11kmh SSW
99%
Sun 8th March
1.5mm
12kmh ENE
95%
Mon 9th March
4.6mm
35kmh ENE
97%

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 14 days of light rain with an average of 3.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 83%.

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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