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 19.15°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.

66.5

°F

April 24, 01:17

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

66.7°F

Tomorrow:

66.4°F

Sunrise:

06:46

Sunset:

17:42

Day Length:

10 h. 56 min.

Queenstown in April

Minimum:

68.2°F

Average:

71.0°F

Maximum:

73.4°F

Sea water temperature in Queenstown today

As of now, in Queenstown, the water temperature is 66.5°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 about the same as 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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 68.7°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 64.6°F on 2023.

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 66.1°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
Apr 10	68.4°F	69.3°F	68.5°F
Apr 11	68.0°F	68.9°F	68.2°F
Apr 12	67.5°F	68.8°F	67.9°F
Apr 13	67.5°F	69.5°F	67.7°F
Apr 14	66.4°F	69.8°F	67.4°F
Apr 15	65.8°F	70.0°F	67.3°F
Apr 16	66.0°F	70.1°F	67.3°F
Apr 17	66.6°F	70.4°F	67.3°F
Apr 18	65.9°F	70.2°F	67.0°F
Apr 19	66.3°F	69.9°F	67.0°F
Apr 20	65.8°F	70.1°F	67.0°F
Apr 21	66.1°F	69.7°F	66.7°F
Apr 22	66.7°F	69.1°F	66.7°F
Apr 23	66.7°F	68.4°F	66.5°F
Apr 24	66.5°F	67.2°F	66.3°F
Apr 25	66.4°F	67.0°F	66.2°F
Apr 26	66.4°F	67.3°F	66.2°F
Apr 27	66.3°F	67.9°F	66.1°F
Apr 28	66.2°F	67.6°F	66.0°F
Apr 29	66.0°F	67.4°F	65.8°F
Apr 30	65.9°F	67.2°F	65.7°F
May 1	65.7°F	67.0°F	65.5°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, 67.2°F in Spring, 56.3°F in Summer, and 61.2°F in Autumn.