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Reykjavik, Iceland Daily Water Report — August 23, 2026

Today in Reykjavik, sailors and surfers will find the most favorable conditions, while anglers and kayakers might want to reconsider. With a robust sailing score of 8.2/10, the day offers consistent winds from the SSW at 13 knots, gusting up to 23 knots. The cloud cover and rising barometric pressure contribute to a strong sailing environment, though be prepared for a brisk chill, as the air feels like 7.5°C despite the thermometer reading 11.3°C. Surfers can look forward to decent waves, scoring a 7.7/10. The swell, coming from 244 degrees, combines with wave heights around 1.42 meters at a period of 7.35 seconds, providing a solid session. The calmest surf will be late in the evening around 23:00, with wave heights dipping to 1.22 meters. Fishing, however, scores a modest 5.3/10. The lack of tide data and the high cloud cover might dampen enthusiasm, though the solunar major period from 09:16 to 11:16 could provide a brief window of opportunity. Boaters and kayakers face a mixed bag with scores of 5.6 and 4.9, respectively. The wind and wave conditions are a handful, especially for kayakers, and the ocean current at 0.3 m/s could be challenging. Diving enthusiasts see a reasonable score of 6.8/10, though the water temperature is a chilly 11.6°C. Visibility is excellent at nearly 24 kilometers, but the wind and waves may affect underwater clarity. Looking ahead, the weather will cool slightly with increased chances of rain tomorrow, but conditions will calm significantly by midweek, with wave heights dropping to as low as 0.2 meters by the 27th. For those keen on catching the best of today, sailing offers the best bet, especially during the late afternoon when the winds are steady and the harbor is alive with energy.