What is the current water temperature in Brisbane?

As of now, in Brisbane, the water temperature is 26.38°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Brisbane

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Brisbane. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

79.5

°F

March 20, 12:15

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

79.5°F

Tomorrow:

79.7°F

Sunrise:

05:51

Sunset:

18:00

Day Length:

12 h. 9 min.

Brisbane in March

Minimum:

76.7°F

Average:

79.7°F

Maximum:

81.7°F

Sea water temperature in Brisbane today

As of now, in Brisbane, the water temperature is 79.5°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 75.3°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 79.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Brisbane

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 6	81.5°F	79.1°F	80.1°F
Mar 7	81.5°F	78.8°F	79.9°F
Mar 8	81.2°F	78.6°F	79.9°F
Mar 9	81.1°F	78.5°F	79.8°F
Mar 10	80.3°F	78.3°F	79.7°F
Mar 11	79.3°F	78.0°F	79.2°F
Mar 12	79.2°F	77.8°F	79.0°F
Mar 13	80.2°F	77.0°F	78.8°F
Mar 14	80.3°F	77.9°F	78.9°F
Mar 15	79.7°F	77.8°F	78.7°F
Mar 16	79.8°F	78.6°F	78.7°F
Mar 17	78.8°F	78.6°F	78.7°F
Mar 18	79.5°F	78.0°F	78.7°F
Mar 19	79.5°F	78.0°F	78.8°F
Mar 20	79.5°F	78.2°F	78.8°F
Mar 21	79.7°F	77.9°F	79.0°F
Mar 22	79.8°F	77.9°F	79.1°F
Mar 23	79.9°F	77.9°F	79.2°F
Mar 24	79.7°F	78.4°F	79.0°F
Mar 25	79.5°F	78.3°F	78.8°F
Mar 26	79.4°F	78.2°F	78.7°F
Mar 27	79.4°F	78.0°F	78.7°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Brisbane by month

In Brisbane, the months November through April offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 187 swimming days.

The warmest water in Brisbane was recorded on February 8, 2024, reaching a 84.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 24, 2024, dipping to 60.0°F. The average readings by season are 80.2°F in Winter, 75.0°F in Spring, 65.1°F in Summer, and 72.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hamilton	79.5°F	3mi
Brighton	79.2°F	12mi
Scarborough	79.1°F	19mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Brisbane