What is the current water temperature in Thursday Island?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Thursday Island?

As of now, in Thursday Island, the water temperature is 28.68°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Thursday Island

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Thursday Island. 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.

83.6

°F

November 21, 19:55

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

83.7°F

Tomorrow:

83.5°F

Sunrise:

05:58

Sunset:

18:36

Day Length:

12 h. 38 min.

Thursday Island in November

Minimum:

84.2°F

Average:

85.6°F

Maximum:

87.0°F

Sea water temperature in Thursday Island today

As of now, in Thursday Island, the water temperature is 83.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. 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 notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.3°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 82.3°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Thursday Island

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	81.8°F	81.0°F	82.6°F
Nov 8	81.7°F	81.0°F	82.7°F
Nov 9	81.9°F	81.3°F	82.9°F
Nov 10	81.8°F	80.9°F	82.9°F
Nov 11	81.8°F	81.2°F	82.9°F
Nov 12	81.9°F	81.3°F	83.0°F
Nov 13	81.9°F	81.1°F	83.0°F
Nov 14	82.1°F	81.4°F	83.1°F
Nov 15	82.5°F	81.5°F	83.0°F
Nov 16	83.4°F	81.4°F	83.3°F
Nov 17	83.4°F	82.3°F	83.5°F
Nov 18	83.2°F	82.2°F	83.4°F
Nov 19	83.4°F	81.8°F	83.5°F
Nov 20	83.7°F	82.2°F	83.7°F
Nov 21	83.6°F	82.3°F	83.6°F
Nov 22	83.5°F	82.3°F	83.4°F
Nov 23	83.6°F	82.7°F	83.5°F
Nov 24	83.8°F	82.7°F	83.7°F
Nov 25	83.9°F	82.9°F	83.8°F
Nov 26	83.8°F	82.6°F	83.8°F
Nov 27	84.1°F	83.0°F	84.0°F
Nov 28	84.4°F	83.0°F	84.3°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 Thursday Island by month

In Thursday Island, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Thursday Island was recorded on March 4, 2016, reaching a 88.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 28, 2014, dipping to 75.5°F. The average readings by season are 85.2°F in Winter, 83.7°F in Spring, 78.6°F in Summer, and 80.8°F in Autumn.