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 21.88°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.

71.4

°F

October 11, 02:55

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

71.2°F

Tomorrow:

71.3°F

Sunrise:

05:15

Sunset:

17:52

Day Length:

12 h. 37 min.

Runaway Bay in October

Minimum:

77.7°F

Average:

78.1°F

Maximum:

78.5°F

Sea water temperature in Runaway Bay today

As of now, in Runaway Bay, the water temperature is 71.4°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 0.8°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 72.0°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 69.0°F on 2019.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 71.6°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
Sep 27	69.6°F	71.0°F	69.4°F
Sep 28	69.9°F	70.3°F	69.5°F
Sep 29	69.3°F	70.6°F	69.4°F
Sep 30	70.3°F	69.8°F	69.5°F
Oct 1	70.6°F	70.6°F	69.8°F
Oct 2	70.7°F	70.6°F	69.6°F
Oct 3	71.6°F	70.4°F	70.0°F
Oct 4	71.2°F	70.5°F	70.0°F
Oct 5	70.9°F	69.5°F	70.0°F
Oct 6	71.8°F	70.5°F	70.2°F
Oct 7	71.9°F	71.0°F	70.4°F
Oct 8	71.7°F	71.4°F	70.4°F
Oct 9	71.7°F	71.3°F	70.4°F
Oct 10	71.2°F	71.5°F	70.4°F
Oct 11	71.4°F	72.0°F	70.6°F
Oct 12	71.3°F	71.7°F	70.5°F
Oct 13	71.5°F	71.7°F	70.7°F
Oct 14	71.5°F	71.7°F	70.7°F
Oct 15	71.6°F	71.6°F	70.8°F
Oct 16	71.8°F	72.0°F	71.0°F
Oct 17	71.9°F	72.0°F	71.1°F
Oct 18	71.7°F	71.4°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	70.5°F	6mi
Miami	70.4°F	11mi
Brisbane	73.8°F	38mi
Hamilton	73.8°F	39mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Runaway Bay