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 21.92°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.

71.5

°F

June 29, 23:09

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

71.4°F

Tomorrow:

71.4°F

Sunrise:

06:38

Sunset:

17:01

Day Length:

10 h. 23 min.

Gold Coast in July

Minimum:

76.8°F

Average:

77.9°F

Maximum:

79.0°F

Sea water temperature in Gold Coast today

As of now, in Gold Coast, the water temperature is 71.5°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 1.4°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 stay about the same.

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 71.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 68.4°F on 2016.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 71.4°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
Jun 15	71.4°F	71.9°F	71.3°F
Jun 16	71.9°F	72.0°F	71.2°F
Jun 17	71.7°F	71.4°F	71.0°F
Jun 18	71.8°F	71.2°F	71.0°F
Jun 19	71.8°F	70.7°F	70.8°F
Jun 20	72.1°F	70.7°F	70.8°F
Jun 21	71.8°F	71.4°F	70.7°F
Jun 22	72.0°F	71.4°F	70.6°F
Jun 23	71.7°F	71.8°F	70.6°F
Jun 24	72.0°F	71.2°F	70.4°F
Jun 25	71.6°F	71.2°F	70.3°F
Jun 26	71.8°F	71.1°F	70.3°F
Jun 27	71.8°F	71.6°F	70.3°F
Jun 28	71.4°F	72.0°F	70.2°F
Jun 29	71.5°F	71.7°F	70.0°F
Jun 30	71.4°F	71.7°F	70.0°F
Jul 1	71.4°F	71.4°F	70.0°F
Jul 2	71.3°F	71.2°F	69.9°F
Jul 3	71.4°F	71.0°F	69.9°F
Jul 4	71.4°F	71.3°F	70.0°F
Jul 5	71.5°F	70.7°F	70.1°F
Jul 6	71.4°F	70.5°F	70.0°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	71.5°F	5mi
Runaway Bay	71.4°F	6mi
Brisbane	65.0°F	44mi
Hamilton	65.0°F	45mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Gold Coast