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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

68.9

°F

July 7, 05:14

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

69.0°F

Tomorrow:

68.6°F

Sunrise:

06:38

Sunset:

17:04

Day Length:

10 h. 26 min.

Gold Coast in July

Minimum:

76.8°F

Average:

77.8°F

Maximum:

78.9°F

Sea water temperature in Gold Coast today

As of now, in Gold Coast, the water temperature is 68.9°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 1.0°F lower 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 considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.7°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 68.6°F on 2023.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 68.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 68.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 68.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Gold Coast

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 23 70.2°F 71.7°F 70.6°F
Jun 24 69.8°F 72.0°F 70.3°F
Jun 25 69.6°F 71.6°F 70.1°F
Jun 26 69.9°F 71.8°F 70.1°F
Jun 27 69.8°F 71.8°F 70.1°F
Jun 28 70.2°F 71.4°F 70.1°F
Jun 29 70.4°F 71.5°F 70.1°F
Jun 30 70.4°F 71.3°F 70.0°F
Jul 1 70.3°F 70.6°F 69.9°F
Jul 2 70.2°F 70.8°F 69.9°F
Jul 3 70.7°F 70.5°F 70.0°F
Jul 4 69.9°F 69.9°F 69.9°F
Jul 5 70.0°F 69.9°F 70.0°F
Jul 6 69.0°F 69.8°F 69.9°F
Jul 7 68.9°F 70.1°F 69.8°F
Jul 8 68.6°F 70.2°F 69.5°F
Jul 9 68.4°F 70.0°F 69.3°F
Jul 10 68.3°F 70.2°F 69.3°F
Jul 11 68.5°F 69.6°F 69.4°F
Jul 12 68.5°F 69.6°F 69.4°F
Jul 13 68.5°F 69.2°F 69.4°F
Jul 14 68.4°F 69.3°F 69.4°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 68.9°F 6mi
Brisbane 64.9°F 44mi
Hamilton 64.9°F 45mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Gold Coast