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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 be dry with no rain showers. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 54%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 18kmh from the North West. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Kirkjufjara Beach faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 10:38 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 light rain with an average of 4.7mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 7.5mm of rain and Sunday will have 1.8mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 79%.

KIRKJUFJARA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 20th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 10°
88% 12% 18% 14% 46% 98% 100% 62%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 21st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 71% 75% 100% 93% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
Fri 22nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
92% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.1mm 0.4mm 1.1mm 0.5mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.7mm 0.8mm
Sat 23rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 82%
0.3mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 1.5mm 2.6mm 1.5mm 1.3mm 0.1mm
Sun 24th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
89% 72% 77% 77% 70% 85% 8% 13%
0.2mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 25th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
97% 80% 100% 100% 100% 58% 84% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.7mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 2.2mm
Tue 26th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
100% 100% 100% 51% 21% 87% 87% 81%
2.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
Wed 20th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
3
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
6
kmh
16
kmh
1.2m
0.9m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
14.2s 13.6s 13.1s 12.6s 11.1s 10.8s 10.6s 10.3s
Thu 21st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
14
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
10.1s 10.0s 9.8s 9.5s 9.6s 9.5s 9.7s 7.6s
Fri 22nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.5m
9.5s 8.0s 9.2s 9.0s 8.9s 12.4s 11.6s 11.0s
Sat 23rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
37
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
25
kmh
29
kmh
1.6m
1.6m
1.5m
1.6m
1.5m
1.4m
1.0m
0.9m
10.5s 10.3s 10.1s 9.9s 9.7s 9.5s 9.3s 10.7s
Sun 24th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
23
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
1.4m
1.4m
1.5m
1.7m
1.5m
1.4m
0.6m
0.4m
8.9s 8.8s 16.1s 16.1s 14.3s 13.1s 9.5s 10.5s
Mon 25th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
31
kmh
37
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
24
kmh
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.5m
0.8m
1.2m
1.5m
1.7m
10.2s 9.8s 9.5s 9.5s 9.5s 9.4s 9.4s 10.2s
Tue 26th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
26
kmh
21
kmh
28
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
41
kmh
37
kmh
0.7m
0.4m
0.3m
0.1m
0.5m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
9.4s 9.6s 9.8s 10.5s 11.3s 10.8s 10.4s 10.2s
Wed 20th May
4:07 AM 10:44 AM 5:20 PM 11:30 PM
0.97 1.94 1.01 1.72
Thu 21st May
5:37 AM 12:11 PM 6:51 PM
1.05 1.90 0.97
Fri 22nd May
1:07 AM 7:15 AM 1:38 PM 8:04 PM
1.79 0.99 1.97 0.84
Sat 23rd May
2:21 AM 8:28 AM 2:44 PM 8:58 PM
1.96 0.83 2.10 0.67
Sun 24th May
3:15 AM 9:22 AM 3:35 PM 9:43 PM
2.17 0.62 2.25 0.48
Mon 25th May
4:00 AM 10:09 AM 4:19 PM 10:23 PM
2.38 0.42 2.38 0.31
Tue 26th May
4:41 AM 10:51 AM 5:00 PM 11:02 PM
2.57 0.25 2.47 0.17
Wed 20th May
11°
0.0mm
6kmh WNW
54%
Thu 21st May
0.3mm
19kmh ENE
92%
Fri 22nd May
4.1mm
19kmh ENE
99%
Sat 23rd May
7.5mm
14kmh SE
97%
Sun 24th May
1.8mm
26kmh WSW
61%
Mon 25th May
3.7mm
14kmh ENE
89%
Tue 26th May
10°
2.4mm
27kmh W
78%
Wed 27th May
0.1mm
17kmh WNW
47%
Thu 28th May
0.3mm
14kmh WSW
60%
Fri 29th May
3.4mm
11kmh SW
99%
Sat 30th May
0.1mm
22kmh WNW
57%
Sun 31st May
10°
0.0mm
7kmh SE
19%
Mon 1st June
6.0mm
29kmh ESE
98%
Tue 2nd June
6.2mm
5kmh N
100%

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 12 days of light rain with an average of 3.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 75%.

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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