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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

72.4

°F

October 31, 06:52

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.2°F

Tomorrow:

72.3°F

Sunrise:

04:56

Sunset:

18:04

Day Length:

13 h. 8 min.

Gold Coast in November

Minimum:

77.4°F

Average:

78.0°F

Maximum:

78.8°F

Sea water temperature in Gold Coast today

As of now, in Gold Coast, the water temperature is 72.4°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 is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 73.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 71.1°F on 2022.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 72.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Gold Coast

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

 last year 10 years average
Oct 17 70.6°F 72.1°F 70.9°F
Oct 18 70.5°F 71.9°F 70.8°F
Oct 19 69.2°F 72.8°F 71.0°F
Oct 20 69.1°F 72.6°F 71.2°F
Oct 21 69.8°F 72.7°F 71.2°F
Oct 22 69.7°F 72.2°F 71.2°F
Oct 23 69.1°F 72.1°F 71.2°F
Oct 24 68.7°F 72.0°F 71.2°F
Oct 25 69.2°F 72.1°F 71.4°F
Oct 26 70.2°F 73.1°F 71.6°F
Oct 27 71.3°F 73.2°F 71.8°F
Oct 28 71.6°F 73.1°F 72.0°F
Oct 29 71.9°F 72.7°F 72.1°F
Oct 30 72.2°F 72.6°F 72.3°F
Oct 31 72.4°F 73.6°F 72.5°F
Nov 1 72.3°F 73.2°F 72.4°F
Nov 2 72.1°F 73.1°F 72.2°F
Nov 3 72.0°F 73.6°F 72.1°F
Nov 4 72.1°F 74.7°F 72.1°F
Nov 5 72.4°F 74.5°F 72.5°F
Nov 6 72.6°F 73.8°F 72.7°F
Nov 7 72.4°F 73.6°F 72.5°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

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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 72.8°F 5mi
Runaway Bay 72.0°F 6mi
Brisbane 76.4°F 44mi
Hamilton 76.4°F 45mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Gold Coast