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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

72.5

°F

June 9, 04:31

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.6°F

Tomorrow:

72.3°F

Sunrise:

06:36

Sunset:

17:29

Day Length:

10 h. 53 min.

Mackay in June

Minimum:

81.4°F

Average:

83.5°F

Maximum:

86.1°F

Sea water temperature in Mackay today

As of now, in Mackay, the water temperature is 72.5°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 1.0°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 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 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 74.4°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 69.5°F on 2018.

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 71.9°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Mackay

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 26 74.7°F 72.8°F 73.3°F
May 27 74.5°F 72.7°F 73.1°F
May 28 74.4°F 72.7°F 73.0°F
May 29 74.0°F 72.6°F 72.9°F
May 30 73.8°F 72.3°F 72.7°F
May 31 73.4°F 72.1°F 72.5°F
Jun 1 73.3°F 72.0°F 72.4°F
Jun 2 72.9°F 72.0°F 72.3°F
Jun 3 73.2°F 72.1°F 72.2°F
Jun 4 73.1°F 71.8°F 72.1°F
Jun 5 73.0°F 71.8°F 72.1°F
Jun 6 72.8°F 71.9°F 72.0°F
Jun 7 72.7°F 71.6°F 71.9°F
Jun 8 72.6°F 71.2°F 71.6°F
Jun 9 72.5°F 70.7°F 71.5°F
Jun 10 72.3°F 70.6°F 71.3°F
Jun 11 72.1°F 70.2°F 71.1°F
Jun 12 72.0°F 70.1°F 71.0°F
Jun 13 71.9°F 69.8°F 70.9°F
Jun 14 71.8°F 69.8°F 70.8°F
Jun 15 71.6°F 69.4°F 70.6°F
Jun 16 71.6°F 69.7°F 70.6°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 83.2°F in Winter, 79.1°F in Spring, 69.8°F in Summer, and 76.9°F in Autumn.