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Beach Weather Today in Kirkjufjara Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 11° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 47%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 28kmh from the South-Southeast. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Kirkjufjara Beach faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 11:14 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

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 11° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 47%.

KIRKJUFJARA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 12th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 10° 10° 12° 11° 10°
53% 78% 57% 46% 60% 48% 9% 27%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 13th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 11° 11° 11° 10° 11°
62% 66% 71% 45% 87% 100% 100% 76%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
Tue 14th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 12° 12° 12° 12°
28% 44% 39% 56% 96% 97% 100% 78%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 15th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 11° 13° 14° 15° 15° 14°
38% 25% 79% 72% 77% 20% 18% 16%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 14° 15° 15° 15° 14°
20% 24% 36% 20% 17% 13% 3% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 11° 11°
15% 33% 56% 93% 77% 84% 100% 42%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
Sat 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 12° 14° 14° 14° 13°
34% 70% 28% 17% 15% 22% 19% 23%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 12th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
25
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.7m
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
0.9m
0.8m
7.4s 7.5s 7.4s 8.9s 8.9s 9.2s 9.6s 8.9s
Mon 13th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
25
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
23
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
1.1m
1.5m
9.6s 10.4s 10.3s 10.2s 10.0s 10.5s 10.9s 13.9s
Tue 14th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
1.3m
0.8m
0.7m
10.5s 10.2s 13.3s 9.8s 9.7s 9.6s 9.4s 9.1s
Wed 15th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
28
kmh
31
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
21
kmh
12
kmh
0.8m
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
0.7m
0.5m
9.3s 9.2s 9.2s 8.9s 8.1s 8.6s 8.3s 8.3s
Thu 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
8
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
0.4m
1.0m
1.0m
0.3m
0.5m
1.0m
1.4m
1.2m
8.3s 8.3s 8.3s 8.4s 8.3s 10.8s 10.6s 10.4s
Fri 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
9
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
1.3m
1.0m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
7.5s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.1s 7.1s 9.6s 9.5s
Sat 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
3
kmh
9
kmh
17
kmh
22
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
9.5s 13.8s 13.2s 12.2s 11.8s 11.4s 11.0s 10.9s
Sun 12th July
3:43 AM 9:46 AM 4:07 PM 10:30 PM
2.39 0.78 2.67 0.61
Mon 13th July
4:40 AM 10:43 AM 5:01 PM 11:22 PM
2.53 0.61 2.86 0.44
Tue 14th July
5:30 AM 11:33 AM 5:49 PM
2.66 0.46 3.01
Wed 15th July
12:10 AM 6:15 AM 12:18 PM 6:35 PM
0.32 2.76 0.33 3.08
Thu 16th July
12:53 AM 6:58 AM 1:02 PM 7:18 PM
0.25 2.80 0.27 3.08
Fri 17th July
1:35 AM 7:40 AM 1:44 PM 8:00 PM
0.25 2.78 0.27 3.00
Sat 18th July
2:15 AM 8:20 AM 2:25 PM 8:42 PM
0.32 2.72 0.34 2.85
Sun 12th July
12°
0.0mm
13kmh SW
47%
Mon 13th July
12°
0.1mm
9kmh SSW
75%
Tue 14th July
12°
0.0mm
11kmh SSW
67%
Wed 15th July
15°
0.0mm
10kmh SE
43%
Thu 16th July
15°
0.0mm
17kmh W
17%
Fri 17th July
13°
0.2mm
17kmh ENE
62%
Sat 18th July
14°
0.0mm
10kmh W
28%
Sun 19th July
12°
0.0mm
24kmh E
33%
Mon 20th July
10°
0.0mm
42kmh ENE
58%
Tue 21st July
11°
0.0mm
6kmh SE
39%
Wed 22nd July
11°
0.0mm
8kmh SE
37%
Thu 23rd July
14°
0.0mm
14kmh W
26%
Fri 24th July
11°
0.1mm
18kmh E
75%
Sat 25th July
1.6mm
19kmh ENE
99%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 4 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 50%.

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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