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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

83.3

°F

February 27, 01:51

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

83.2°F

Tomorrow:

83.2°F

Sunrise:

05:59

Sunset:

18:33

Day Length:

12 h. 34 min.

Mackay in March

Minimum:

80.9°F

Average:

82.6°F

Maximum:

84.3°F

Sea water temperature in Mackay today

As of now, in Mackay, the water temperature is 83.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is about the same as 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 also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.8°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 81.7°F on 2025.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 82.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 81.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 83.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Mackay

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 13 85.3°F 82.7°F 83.7°F
Feb 14 85.1°F 82.7°F 83.8°F
Feb 15 84.8°F 82.6°F 83.6°F
Feb 16 84.8°F 82.6°F 83.8°F
Feb 17 84.5°F 83.1°F 83.9°F
Feb 18 84.5°F 83.1°F 83.9°F
Feb 19 84.2°F 82.8°F 83.8°F
Feb 20 84.2°F 83.1°F 83.9°F
Feb 21 83.4°F 83.0°F 83.8°F
Feb 22 83.4°F 83.0°F 83.9°F
Feb 23 83.4°F 82.5°F 83.8°F
Feb 24 83.2°F 82.2°F 83.6°F
Feb 25 83.5°F 82.0°F 83.4°F
Feb 26 83.2°F 81.7°F 83.2°F
Feb 27 83.3°F 81.7°F 83.3°F
Feb 28 83.2°F 81.4°F 83.2°F
Mar 1 82.0°F 80.8°F 83.1°F
Mar 2 81.9°F 81.0°F 83.1°F
Mar 3 82.1°F 81.5°F 83.3°F
Mar 4 82.2°F 82.0°F 83.3°F
Mar 5 82.1°F 82.1°F 83.3°F
Mar 6 82.2°F 82.4°F 83.3°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 249 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, 79.1°F in Spring, 69.8°F in Summer, and 77.1°F in Autumn.