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 19.77°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.

67.6

°F

November 21, 20:30

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

67.1°F

Tomorrow:

67.6°F

Sunrise:

05:59

Sunset:

20:06

Day Length:

14 h. 7 min.

Queenstown in November

Minimum:

69.9°F

Average:

71.3°F

Maximum:

73.3°F

Sea water temperature in Queenstown today

As of now, in Queenstown, the water temperature is 67.6°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 1.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 66.9°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 62.8°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 67.8°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 7	64.9°F	64.3°F	64.0°F
Nov 8	65.3°F	64.5°F	64.3°F
Nov 9	65.3°F	64.7°F	64.3°F
Nov 10	65.6°F	65.1°F	64.5°F
Nov 11	65.6°F	65.9°F	64.5°F
Nov 12	65.8°F	65.8°F	64.8°F
Nov 13	65.9°F	65.5°F	64.9°F
Nov 14	65.9°F	65.4°F	64.8°F
Nov 15	66.7°F	64.9°F	64.9°F
Nov 16	67.3°F	65.3°F	65.1°F
Nov 17	66.9°F	65.5°F	65.1°F
Nov 18	67.5°F	65.1°F	65.2°F
Nov 19	67.4°F	65.6°F	65.6°F
Nov 20	67.1°F	66.0°F	65.8°F
Nov 21	67.6°F	66.2°F	65.8°F
Nov 22	67.6°F	65.6°F	65.8°F
Nov 23	67.6°F	65.7°F	65.8°F
Nov 24	67.6°F	65.8°F	65.8°F
Nov 25	67.9°F	65.7°F	66.0°F
Nov 26	68.0°F	65.8°F	66.1°F
Nov 27	68.0°F	65.6°F	66.1°F
Nov 28	68.1°F	65.8°F	66.3°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 February 15, 2014, reaching a 77.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 8, 2015, dipping to 53.1°F. The average readings by season are 71.0°F in Winter, 66.9°F in Spring, 56.2°F in Summer, and 61.3°F in Autumn.