What is the current water temperature in Gold Coast?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Gold Coast?

As of now, in Gold Coast, the water temperature is 21.39°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Gold Coast

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Gold Coast. 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.

70.5

°F

October 11, 02:55

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

70.2°F

Tomorrow:

70.5°F

Sunrise:

05:15

Sunset:

17:52

Day Length:

12 h. 37 min.

Gold Coast in October

Minimum:

77.2°F

Average:

77.9°F

Maximum:

78.5°F

Sea water temperature in Gold Coast today

As of now, in Gold Coast, the water temperature is 70.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is about the same as 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. 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 71.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 69.1°F on 2019.

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 70.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Gold Coast

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 27	69.3°F	70.9°F	69.3°F
Sep 28	69.4°F	70.5°F	69.4°F
Sep 29	69.2°F	70.8°F	69.4°F
Sep 30	69.8°F	69.6°F	69.4°F
Oct 1	70.1°F	70.3°F	69.7°F
Oct 2	70.4°F	70.5°F	69.5°F
Oct 3	70.9°F	70.4°F	69.9°F
Oct 4	70.9°F	70.4°F	69.9°F
Oct 5	70.6°F	69.8°F	69.9°F
Oct 6	71.5°F	70.6°F	70.0°F
Oct 7	71.5°F	71.1°F	70.3°F
Oct 8	71.6°F	71.5°F	70.4°F
Oct 9	70.8°F	71.5°F	70.3°F
Oct 10	70.2°F	71.6°F	70.2°F
Oct 11	70.5°F	71.9°F	70.5°F
Oct 12	70.5°F	72.1°F	70.5°F
Oct 13	70.7°F	72.1°F	70.7°F
Oct 14	70.6°F	72.0°F	70.6°F
Oct 15	70.8°F	71.9°F	70.8°F
Oct 16	70.9°F	72.2°F	70.9°F
Oct 17	70.9°F	72.1°F	70.9°F
Oct 18	70.8°F	71.9°F	70.8°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 Gold Coast by month

In Gold Coast, the months December through May offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 177 swimming days.

The warmest water in Gold Coast was recorded on February 27, 2024, reaching a 81.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 8, 2018, dipping to 64.7°F. The average readings by season are 77.9°F in Winter, 76.7°F in Spring, 69.5°F in Summer, and 70.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Miami	70.4°F	5mi
Runaway Bay	71.4°F	6mi
Brisbane	73.8°F	44mi
Hamilton	73.8°F	45mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Gold Coast