What is the current water temperature in Queenstown?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Queenstown?

As of now, in Queenstown, the water temperature is 20.69°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 Queenstown

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Queenstown. 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.

69.2

°F

January 2, 21:44

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

69.2°F

Tomorrow:

69.4°F

Sunrise:

06:06

Sunset:

20:33

Day Length:

14 h. 27 min.

Queenstown in January

Minimum:

67.1°F

Average:

70.6°F

Maximum:

73.7°F

Sea water temperature in Queenstown today

As of now, in Queenstown, the water temperature is 69.2°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 1.7°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 rise 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 73.1°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 67.7°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

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 maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 69.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Queenstown

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	69.2°F	71.5°F	70.6°F
Jan 2	69.2°F	71.7°F	70.9°F
Jan 3	69.4°F	71.3°F	71.1°F
Jan 4	69.5°F	72.0°F	71.2°F
Jan 5	69.5°F	72.6°F	71.2°F
Jan 6	69.5°F	72.2°F	71.2°F
Jan 7	69.5°F	71.5°F	71.2°F
Jan 8	69.4°F	70.7°F	71.1°F
Jan 9	69.5°F	71.0°F	71.2°F
Dec 19	70.9°F	72.0°F	69.1°F
Dec 20	70.8°F	72.3°F	69.4°F
Dec 21	70.6°F	72.1°F	69.3°F
Dec 22	70.3°F	71.7°F	69.3°F
Dec 23	70.5°F	71.2°F	69.4°F
Dec 24	70.3°F	70.4°F	69.4°F
Dec 25	69.9°F	70.5°F	69.6°F
Dec 26	69.4°F	71.6°F	69.9°F
Dec 27	69.7°F	70.8°F	70.2°F
Dec 28	69.9°F	70.9°F	70.1°F
Dec 29	70.8°F	70.5°F	70.3°F
Dec 30	70.7°F	70.5°F	70.4°F
Dec 31	69.6°F	70.3°F	70.3°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 Queenstown by month

In an average year, Queenstown offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Queenstown was recorded on January 26, 2019, reaching a 76.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 6, 2025, dipping to 53.8°F. The average readings by season are 71.1°F in Winter, 67.3°F in Spring, 56.3°F in Summer, and 61.2°F in Autumn.