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Water temperature in Mackay

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Mackay. 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 Mackay now

70.8

°F

July 7, 05:03

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

70.8°F

Tomorrow:

70.8°F

Sunrise:

06:41

Sunset:

17:35

Day Length:

10 h. 54 min.

Mackay in July

Minimum:

81.1°F

Average:

83.4°F

Maximum:

86.0°F

Sea water temperature in Mackay today

As of now, in Mackay, the water temperature is 70.8°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 1.3°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 closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 71.2°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 68.3°F on 2025.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 70.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 70.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 70.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Mackay

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 23 71.3°F 68.9°F 69.9°F
Jun 24 70.9°F 68.9°F 69.8°F
Jun 25 71.0°F 69.0°F 69.8°F
Jun 26 70.8°F 69.1°F 69.8°F
Jun 27 70.7°F 69.0°F 69.7°F
Jun 28 70.7°F 69.0°F 69.7°F
Jun 29 70.7°F 69.0°F 69.6°F
Jun 30 70.3°F 68.9°F 69.6°F
Jul 1 70.4°F 68.5°F 69.6°F
Jul 2 70.3°F 68.3°F 69.6°F
Jul 3 70.6°F 68.0°F 69.6°F
Jul 4 70.6°F 67.8°F 69.6°F
Jul 5 71.0°F 68.1°F 69.6°F
Jul 6 70.8°F 68.2°F 69.5°F
Jul 7 70.8°F 68.3°F 69.5°F
Jul 8 70.8°F 68.4°F 69.5°F
Jul 9 70.6°F 68.7°F 69.4°F
Jul 10 70.5°F 68.8°F 69.2°F
Jul 11 70.4°F 69.2°F 69.1°F
Jul 12 70.3°F 69.3°F 69.0°F
Jul 13 70.2°F 69.0°F 69.0°F
Jul 14 70.2°F 68.9°F 69.0°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 Mackay by month

In Mackay, the months October through May offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 248 swimming days.
The warmest water in Mackay was recorded on February 18, 2020, reaching a 87.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 18, 2022, dipping to 65.0°F. The average readings by season are 83.3°F in Winter, 79.0°F in Spring, 69.8°F in Summer, and 77.1°F in Autumn.