What is the current water temperature in Brisbane?

As of now, in Brisbane, the water temperature is 26.59°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.

79.9

°F

November 29, 22:41

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

79.5°F

Tomorrow:

80.1°F

Sunrise:

04:45

Sunset:

18:27

Day Length:

13 h. 42 min.

Brisbane in December

Minimum:

79.0°F

Average:

80.4°F

Maximum:

82.1°F

Sea water temperature in Brisbane today

As of now, in Brisbane, the water temperature is 79.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 3.0°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 78.3°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 75.5°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 80.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 80.1°F, while the maximum might reach 81.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Brisbane

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 15	76.1°F	77.3°F	75.4°F
Nov 16	76.0°F	77.1°F	75.5°F
Nov 17	77.6°F	78.1°F	76.1°F
Nov 18	76.7°F	77.9°F	76.0°F
Nov 19	76.6°F	77.8°F	76.0°F
Nov 20	77.0°F	77.7°F	76.2°F
Nov 21	77.6°F	77.3°F	76.3°F
Nov 22	77.4°F	77.2°F	76.4°F
Nov 23	77.6°F	77.2°F	76.5°F
Nov 24	77.2°F	76.6°F	76.4°F
Nov 25	77.0°F	76.7°F	76.5°F
Nov 26	77.2°F	77.1°F	76.7°F
Nov 27	78.7°F	77.4°F	76.8°F
Nov 28	79.5°F	76.8°F	76.9°F
Nov 29	79.9°F	77.1°F	76.8°F
Nov 30	80.1°F	77.8°F	77.0°F
Dec 1	80.3°F	78.0°F	77.3°F
Dec 2	80.8°F	78.4°F	77.8°F
Dec 3	80.8°F	78.7°F	77.7°F
Dec 4	81.1°F	79.6°F	78.0°F
Dec 5	81.2°F	79.6°F	78.2°F
Dec 6	81.3°F	80.1°F	78.3°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 188 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 80.1°F in Winter, 75.0°F in Spring, 65.3°F in Summer, and 72.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hamilton	79.9°F	3mi
Brighton	81.1°F	12mi
Scarborough	81.6°F	19mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Brisbane