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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.
Sea temperature in Gold Coast now

68.6

°F

July 27, 05:34

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

68.4°F

Tomorrow:

68.3°F

Sunrise:

06:32

Sunset:

17:14

Day Length:

10 h. 42 min.

Gold Coast in August

Minimum:

76.7°F

Average:

78.0°F

Maximum:

79.0°F

Sea water temperature in Gold Coast today

As of now, in Gold Coast, the water temperature is 68.6°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. 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

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 70.6°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 66.5°F on 2021.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 68.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 67.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 68.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Gold Coast

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 13 68.7°F 69.2°F 69.4°F
Jul 14 69.0°F 69.3°F 69.4°F
Jul 15 68.9°F 68.9°F 69.4°F
Jul 16 69.4°F 69.2°F 69.4°F
Jul 17 69.7°F 69.2°F 69.2°F
Jul 18 69.4°F 69.0°F 68.9°F
Jul 19 69.3°F 69.0°F 68.9°F
Jul 20 69.1°F 68.6°F 68.8°F
Jul 21 69.0°F 69.1°F 68.6°F
Jul 22 68.5°F 69.6°F 68.6°F
Jul 23 68.6°F 69.5°F 68.7°F
Jul 24 68.3°F 69.2°F 68.5°F
Jul 25 68.4°F 69.4°F 68.5°F
Jul 26 68.4°F 69.5°F 68.5°F
Jul 27 68.6°F 69.5°F 68.6°F
Jul 28 68.3°F 69.5°F 68.4°F
Jul 29 68.1°F 69.1°F 68.1°F
Jul 30 68.1°F 68.6°F 68.2°F
Jul 31 68.1°F 68.1°F 68.1°F
Aug 1 67.9°F 68.2°F 67.9°F
Aug 2 68.0°F 68.5°F 68.1°F
Aug 3 68.2°F 68.7°F 68.3°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 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 69.1°F 5mi
Runaway Bay 68.7°F 6mi
Brisbane 62.8°F 44mi
Hamilton 62.8°F 45mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Gold Coast