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 19.53°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.

67.2

°F

December 9, 13:38

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

67.2°F

Tomorrow:

67.0°F

Sunrise:

05:55

Sunset:

20:21

Day Length:

14 h. 26 min.

Queenstown in December

Minimum:

70.5°F

Average:

71.9°F

Maximum:

73.4°F

Sea water temperature in Queenstown today

As of now, in Queenstown, the water temperature is 67.2°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 1.1°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 72.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 66.1°F on 2021.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 67.2°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
Nov 25	65.3°F	67.6°F	66.0°F
Nov 26	65.9°F	68.4°F	66.2°F
Nov 27	66.1°F	68.5°F	66.2°F
Nov 28	66.5°F	68.5°F	66.4°F
Nov 29	65.7°F	69.2°F	66.5°F
Nov 30	66.0°F	69.2°F	66.8°F
Dec 1	65.8°F	69.2°F	66.9°F
Dec 2	65.4°F	70.0°F	66.8°F
Dec 3	65.2°F	70.7°F	66.9°F
Dec 4	66.8°F	70.9°F	67.2°F
Dec 5	67.1°F	71.3°F	67.5°F
Dec 6	68.1°F	70.9°F	67.9°F
Dec 7	67.7°F	71.9°F	68.2°F
Dec 8	67.2°F	72.6°F	68.3°F
Dec 9	67.2°F	72.6°F	68.2°F
Dec 10	67.0°F	72.6°F	68.1°F
Dec 11	67.1°F	71.9°F	68.1°F
Dec 12	67.1°F	71.2°F	68.1°F
Dec 13	67.4°F	71.5°F	68.5°F
Dec 14	67.4°F	71.5°F	68.4°F
Dec 15	67.2°F	71.6°F	68.3°F
Dec 16	67.4°F	72.2°F	68.5°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 8, 2015, dipping to 53.1°F. The average readings by season are 71.1°F in Winter, 67.1°F in Spring, 56.2°F in Summer, and 61.2°F in Autumn.