What is the current water temperature in Runaway Bay?

As of now, in Runaway Bay, the water temperature is 24.95°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Runaway Bay

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Runaway Bay. 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.

76.9

°F

December 31, 09:28

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

76.7°F

Tomorrow:

77.2°F

Sunrise:

04:52

Sunset:

18:46

Day Length:

13 h. 54 min.

Runaway Bay in January

Minimum:

76.6°F

Average:

77.8°F

Maximum:

79.8°F

Sea water temperature in Runaway Bay today

As of now, in Runaway Bay, the water temperature is 76.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.6°F lower 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 rise a bit.

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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 79.1°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 76.4°F on 2018.

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 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 77.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 77.2°F, while the maximum might reach 77.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Runaway Bay

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	77.2°F	78.7°F	77.8°F
Jan 2	77.2°F	78.7°F	77.8°F
Jan 3	77.4°F	78.8°F	78.0°F
Jan 4	77.3°F	79.0°F	77.9°F
Jan 5	77.2°F	78.5°F	77.8°F
Jan 6	77.5°F	78.8°F	78.1°F
Jan 7	77.6°F	78.8°F	78.2°F
Dec 17	77.3°F	77.4°F	76.3°F
Dec 18	76.7°F	77.5°F	76.2°F
Dec 19	76.4°F	77.3°F	76.3°F
Dec 20	76.5°F	78.1°F	76.4°F
Dec 21	77.0°F	77.9°F	76.6°F
Dec 22	77.2°F	77.3°F	76.6°F
Dec 23	77.2°F	77.3°F	76.5°F
Dec 24	77.1°F	77.9°F	76.6°F
Dec 25	77.8°F	77.9°F	76.8°F
Dec 26	78.1°F	78.0°F	76.9°F
Dec 27	77.6°F	77.7°F	77.0°F
Dec 28	77.0°F	78.3°F	77.0°F
Dec 29	76.8°F	78.2°F	77.1°F
Dec 30	76.7°F	78.5°F	77.3°F
Dec 31	76.9°F	78.3°F	77.5°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 Runaway Bay by month

In Runaway Bay, the months December through May offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 184 swimming days.

The warmest water in Runaway Bay was recorded on February 7, 2024, reaching a 81.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 8, 2018, dipping to 64.9°F. The average readings by season are 78.1°F in Winter, 76.6°F in Spring, 69.4°F in Summer, and 71.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Gold Coast	76.2°F	6mi
Miami	76.5°F	11mi
Brisbane	78.1°F	38mi
Hamilton	78.1°F	39mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Runaway Bay