What is the current water temperature in Darwin?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Darwin?

As of now, in Darwin, the water temperature is 29.72°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Darwin

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Darwin. 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.

85.5

°F

April 6, 13:23

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

85.6°F

Tomorrow:

85.2°F

Sunrise:

06:51

Sunset:

18:47

Day Length:

11 h. 56 min.

Darwin in April

Minimum:

84.5°F

Average:

87.2°F

Maximum:

88.7°F

Sea water temperature in Darwin today

As of now, in Darwin, the water temperature is 85.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.6°F lower 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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 88.8°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 85.6°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Darwin

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 23	83.7°F	87.5°F	86.6°F
Mar 24	83.5°F	87.5°F	86.7°F
Mar 25	83.3°F	87.5°F	86.8°F
Mar 26	83.7°F	87.3°F	86.8°F
Mar 27	84.8°F	87.2°F	86.8°F
Mar 28	83.8°F	87.2°F	86.8°F
Mar 29	84.6°F	87.2°F	86.8°F
Mar 30	84.9°F	87.1°F	87.0°F
Mar 31	84.9°F	87.0°F	86.9°F
Apr 1	85.1°F	87.0°F	87.1°F
Apr 2	85.8°F	86.9°F	87.2°F
Apr 3	85.7°F	86.7°F	87.2°F
Apr 4	85.8°F	86.6°F	87.1°F
Apr 5	85.6°F	86.5°F	87.2°F
Apr 6	85.5°F	86.4°F	87.1°F
Apr 7	85.2°F	86.4°F	86.9°F
Apr 8	85.3°F	86.2°F	86.9°F
Apr 9	85.4°F	86.5°F	87.0°F
Apr 10	85.2°F	86.2°F	86.9°F
Apr 11	85.3°F	87.2°F	86.9°F
Apr 12	85.1°F	86.6°F	86.7°F
Apr 13	85.0°F	86.8°F	86.6°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 Darwin by month

In Darwin, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Darwin was recorded on December 22, 2021, reaching a 90.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 17, 2022, dipping to 72.0°F. The average readings by season are 87.1°F in Winter, 85.6°F in Spring, 79.4°F in Summer, and 85.9°F in Autumn.