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 20.36°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.

68.6

°F

July 31, 00:10

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

68.6°F

Tomorrow:

68.4°F

Sunrise:

06:29

Sunset:

17:16

Day Length:

10 h. 47 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 0.5°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 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 69.8°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 66.3°F on 2018.

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 68.6°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
Jul 17	69.2°F	69.8°F	68.9°F
Jul 18	69.0°F	69.0°F	68.6°F
Jul 19	69.0°F	68.8°F	68.7°F
Jul 20	68.6°F	69.2°F	68.6°F
Jul 21	69.1°F	68.4°F	68.5°F
Jul 22	69.6°F	68.4°F	68.6°F
Jul 23	69.5°F	68.3°F	68.6°F
Jul 24	69.2°F	68.4°F	68.6°F
Jul 25	69.4°F	69.1°F	68.6°F
Jul 26	69.5°F	68.9°F	68.6°F
Jul 27	69.5°F	68.6°F	68.7°F
Jul 28	69.5°F	68.6°F	68.4°F
Jul 29	69.1°F	68.3°F	68.2°F
Jul 30	68.6°F	68.4°F	68.2°F
Jul 31	68.6°F	68.5°F	68.2°F
Aug 1	68.4°F	68.0°F	68.0°F
Aug 2	68.6°F	67.6°F	68.1°F
Aug 3	68.8°F	67.6°F	68.3°F
Aug 4	68.7°F	68.0°F	68.3°F
Aug 5	68.6°F	68.2°F	68.1°F
Aug 6	68.5°F	68.9°F	68.1°F
Aug 7	68.6°F	69.4°F	68.2°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	68.6°F	5mi
Runaway Bay	68.6°F	6mi
Brisbane	63.9°F	44mi
Hamilton	63.9°F	45mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Gold Coast