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 21.15°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.

70.1

°F

September 30, 21:15

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

70.8°F

Tomorrow:

70.3°F

Sunrise:

05:27

Sunset:

17:46

Day Length:

12 h. 19 min.

Gold Coast in October

Minimum:

77.2°F

Average:

78.0°F

Maximum:

78.6°F

Sea water temperature in Gold Coast today

As of now, in Gold Coast, the water temperature is 70.1°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 0.8°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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 67.6°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 70.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 70.2°F, while the maximum might reach 70.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Gold Coast

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 16	70.0°F	68.9°F	68.9°F
Sep 17	69.5°F	69.2°F	68.9°F
Sep 18	69.4°F	69.0°F	69.0°F
Sep 19	69.3°F	69.8°F	69.2°F
Sep 20	69.4°F	69.4°F	69.2°F
Sep 21	69.9°F	69.4°F	69.5°F
Sep 22	70.3°F	69.4°F	69.3°F
Sep 23	70.7°F	69.5°F	69.4°F
Sep 24	70.5°F	69.6°F	69.4°F
Sep 25	71.2°F	69.4°F	69.4°F
Sep 26	70.8°F	69.5°F	69.5°F
Sep 27	70.5°F	69.3°F	69.4°F
Sep 28	71.4°F	69.4°F	69.5°F
Sep 29	70.8°F	69.2°F	69.4°F
Sep 30	70.1°F	69.8°F	69.2°F
Oct 1	70.3°F	70.1°F	69.5°F
Oct 2	70.2°F	70.4°F	69.4°F
Oct 3	70.6°F	70.9°F	69.8°F
Oct 4	70.6°F	70.9°F	69.7°F
Oct 5	70.6°F	70.6°F	69.7°F
Oct 6	70.6°F	71.5°F	69.8°F
Oct 7	70.9°F	71.5°F	70.1°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 176 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 70.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Miami	70.4°F	5mi
Runaway Bay	69.7°F	6mi
Brisbane	71.2°F	44mi
Hamilton	71.2°F	45mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Gold Coast