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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.
Sea temperature in Queenstown now

62.6

°F

October 18, 17:51

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

62.5°F

Tomorrow:

62.8°F

Sunrise:

06:31

Sunset:

19:32

Day Length:

13 h. 1 min.

Queenstown in October

Minimum:

69.9°F

Average:

71.5°F

Maximum:

72.6°F

Sea water temperature in Queenstown today

As of now, in Queenstown, the water temperature is 62.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.1°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 rise 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 63.7°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 59.3°F on 2016.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.8°F, while the maximum might reach 63.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Queenstown

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Oct 4 61.4°F 59.9°F 59.8°F
Oct 5 61.3°F 60.7°F 59.9°F
Oct 6 61.5°F 60.7°F 60.1°F
Oct 7 62.0°F 60.7°F 60.2°F
Oct 8 62.8°F 60.6°F 60.3°F
Oct 9 62.7°F 60.9°F 60.4°F
Oct 10 62.5°F 61.4°F 60.5°F
Oct 11 63.2°F 61.8°F 60.7°F
Oct 12 63.3°F 61.8°F 61.0°F
Oct 13 62.6°F 61.9°F 61.1°F
Oct 14 62.7°F 61.9°F 61.1°F
Oct 15 62.2°F 62.5°F 61.3°F
Oct 16 62.1°F 63.1°F 61.5°F
Oct 17 62.5°F 62.8°F 61.5°F
Oct 18 62.6°F 62.8°F 61.5°F
Oct 19 62.8°F 63.8°F 61.7°F
Oct 20 62.9°F 63.8°F 61.8°F
Oct 21 63.1°F 63.7°F 62.0°F
Oct 22 63.6°F 63.5°F 62.5°F
Oct 23 63.5°F 62.7°F 62.4°F
Oct 24 63.8°F 63.0°F 62.7°F
Oct 25 63.7°F 62.9°F 62.6°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 Queenstown by month

In Queenstown, there are only 1 days through the year when the water is warm enough to be comfortable for swimming.
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, 56.4°F in Summer, and 61.3°F in Autumn.