What is the current water temperature in Runaway Bay?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Runaway Bay?

As of now, in Runaway Bay, the water temperature is 22.51°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 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.

72.5

°F

June 9, 06:20

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.7°F

Tomorrow:

72.3°F

Sunrise:

06:33

Sunset:

16:58

Day Length:

10 h. 25 min.

Runaway Bay in June

Minimum:

77.1°F

Average:

78.1°F

Maximum:

79.0°F

Sea water temperature in Runaway Bay today

As of now, in Runaway Bay, the water temperature is 72.5°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 1.1°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.5°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 69.7°F on 2022.

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 72.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Runaway Bay

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 26	73.3°F	73.6°F	72.6°F
May 27	73.1°F	73.3°F	72.7°F
May 28	74.8°F	73.0°F	72.7°F
May 29	74.6°F	73.6°F	72.6°F
May 30	74.3°F	73.8°F	72.5°F
May 31	74.1°F	73.7°F	72.2°F
Jun 1	74.8°F	73.6°F	72.4°F
Jun 2	74.3°F	73.5°F	72.2°F
Jun 3	74.4°F	72.7°F	72.2°F
Jun 4	73.7°F	73.0°F	72.1°F
Jun 5	73.3°F	72.9°F	71.9°F
Jun 6	72.8°F	73.2°F	72.0°F
Jun 7	73.2°F	73.0°F	71.9°F
Jun 8	72.7°F	72.3°F	71.6°F
Jun 9	72.5°F	72.0°F	71.4°F
Jun 10	72.3°F	71.9°F	71.2°F
Jun 11	72.1°F	71.6°F	71.0°F
Jun 12	72.1°F	72.1°F	70.9°F
Jun 13	72.2°F	71.9°F	71.0°F
Jun 14	72.2°F	71.6°F	71.1°F
Jun 15	72.3°F	71.6°F	71.2°F
Jun 16	72.0°F	71.6°F	70.9°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 185 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	72.1°F	6mi
Miami	72.0°F	11mi
Brisbane	66.8°F	38mi
Hamilton	66.8°F	39mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Runaway Bay