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 29.9°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.

85.8

°F

December 22, 02:53

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

85.6°F

Tomorrow:

85.7°F

Sunrise:

06:08

Sunset:

18:52

Day Length:

12 h. 44 min.

Thursday Island in December

Minimum:

84.1°F

Average:

85.5°F

Maximum:

87.0°F

Sea water temperature in Thursday Island today

As of now, in Thursday Island, the water temperature is 85.8°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. 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 closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable 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 87.5°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 84.5°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.5°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
Dec 8	85.2°F	84.6°F	85.2°F
Dec 9	85.2°F	84.5°F	85.3°F
Dec 10	85.0°F	84.8°F	85.3°F
Dec 11	85.9°F	84.2°F	85.5°F
Dec 12	86.1°F	85.1°F	85.6°F
Dec 13	85.6°F	85.2°F	85.6°F
Dec 14	86.0°F	84.8°F	85.6°F
Dec 15	86.5°F	84.7°F	85.7°F
Dec 16	86.3°F	84.6°F	85.7°F
Dec 17	86.1°F	84.5°F	85.6°F
Dec 18	85.6°F	84.0°F	85.7°F
Dec 19	85.5°F	84.2°F	85.7°F
Dec 20	85.6°F	84.3°F	85.8°F
Dec 21	85.6°F	84.1°F	85.7°F
Dec 22	85.8°F	84.5°F	86.0°F
Dec 23	85.7°F	84.3°F	85.8°F
Dec 24	85.6°F	84.2°F	85.8°F
Dec 25	85.5°F	84.4°F	85.7°F
Dec 26	85.5°F	84.8°F	85.6°F
Dec 27	85.5°F	84.8°F	85.7°F
Dec 28	85.4°F	84.3°F	85.5°F
Dec 29	85.4°F	84.7°F	85.6°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.