What is the current water temperature in Queenstown?

As of now, in Queenstown, the water temperature is 23.47°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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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.

74.2

°F

February 1, 22:14

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

75.3°F

Tomorrow:

74.2°F

Sunrise:

06:35

Sunset:

20:24

Day Length:

13 h. 49 min.

Queenstown in February

Minimum:

67.7°F

Average:

70.8°F

Maximum:

73.1°F

Sea water temperature in Queenstown today

As of now, in Queenstown, the water temperature is 74.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.2°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 74.9°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 71.1°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 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 73.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 73.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 74.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Queenstown

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 18	70.3°F	73.4°F	72.4°F
Jan 19	71.4°F	73.8°F	72.3°F
Jan 20	71.9°F	74.6°F	72.4°F
Jan 21	71.8°F	74.9°F	72.3°F
Jan 22	71.6°F	74.5°F	72.4°F
Jan 23	71.2°F	74.0°F	72.6°F
Jan 24	71.9°F	73.1°F	72.6°F
Jan 25	72.4°F	72.4°F	72.6°F
Jan 26	72.7°F	73.2°F	73.0°F
Jan 27	73.7°F	74.5°F	73.2°F
Jan 28	74.6°F	74.2°F	73.3°F
Jan 29	74.4°F	73.7°F	73.4°F
Jan 30	74.8°F	73.3°F	73.4°F
Jan 31	75.3°F	72.8°F	73.3°F
Feb 1	74.2°F	72.7°F	73.0°F
Feb 2	74.2°F	73.6°F	73.0°F
Feb 3	74.0°F	73.9°F	72.8°F
Feb 4	73.9°F	74.8°F	72.7°F
Feb 5	73.7°F	74.8°F	72.5°F
Feb 6	73.5°F	74.7°F	72.3°F
Feb 7	73.6°F	74.7°F	72.4°F
Feb 8	73.7°F	73.8°F	72.5°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 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, 56.3°F in Summer, and 61.2°F in Autumn.