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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

62.5

°F

October 15, 23:25

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.9°F

Tomorrow:

62.5°F

Sunrise:

06:35

Sunset:

19:30

Day Length:

12 h. 55 min.

Queenstown in October

Minimum:

69.9°F

Average:

71.4°F

Maximum:

72.6°F

Sea water temperature in Queenstown today

As of now, in Queenstown, the water temperature is 62.5°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 1.3°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 62.8°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 60.1°F on 2016.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 62.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.5°F, while the maximum might reach 63.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Queenstown

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Oct 1 60.3°F 58.9°F 58.9°F
Oct 2 59.7°F 59.4°F 59.2°F
Oct 3 59.8°F 59.8°F 59.3°F
Oct 4 59.9°F 60.3°F 59.6°F
Oct 5 60.7°F 60.3°F 59.9°F
Oct 6 60.7°F 60.5°F 60.0°F
Oct 7 60.7°F 60.8°F 60.0°F
Oct 8 60.6°F 61.5°F 60.1°F
Oct 9 60.9°F 61.7°F 60.2°F
Oct 10 61.4°F 62.3°F 60.3°F
Oct 11 61.8°F 61.8°F 60.5°F
Oct 12 61.8°F 61.8°F 60.8°F
Oct 13 61.9°F 61.7°F 61.0°F
Oct 14 61.9°F 61.6°F 60.9°F
Oct 15 62.5°F 61.5°F 61.2°F
Oct 16 62.5°F 62.5°F 61.2°F
Oct 17 62.6°F 63.2°F 61.3°F
Oct 18 62.6°F 63.4°F 61.4°F
Oct 19 62.8°F 63.1°F 61.5°F
Oct 20 62.9°F 63.2°F 61.6°F
Oct 21 63.1°F 63.7°F 61.8°F
Oct 22 63.6°F 64.8°F 62.3°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 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.