What is the current water temperature in Townsville?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Townsville?

As of now, in Townsville, the water temperature is 28.72°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 Townsville

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Townsville. 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.

83.7

°F

November 21, 19:46

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

84.0°F

Tomorrow:

83.6°F

Sunrise:

05:26

Sunset:

18:32

Day Length:

13 h. 6 min.

Townsville in November

Minimum:

83.6°F

Average:

85.2°F

Maximum:

88.3°F

Sea water temperature in Townsville today

As of now, in Townsville, the water temperature is 83.7°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 1.3°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 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 83.5°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 80.7°F on 2017.

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 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 Townsville

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	82.2°F	80.7°F	82.0°F
Nov 8	82.5°F	80.6°F	82.2°F
Nov 9	82.4°F	81.1°F	82.2°F
Nov 10	82.5°F	81.1°F	82.2°F
Nov 11	82.5°F	81.4°F	82.2°F
Nov 12	82.4°F	81.3°F	82.1°F
Nov 13	82.3°F	81.3°F	82.1°F
Nov 14	82.3°F	81.4°F	82.0°F
Nov 15	83.9°F	81.1°F	82.1°F
Nov 16	83.9°F	81.5°F	82.3°F
Nov 17	84.2°F	81.9°F	82.6°F
Nov 18	84.3°F	81.6°F	82.6°F
Nov 19	84.0°F	81.9°F	82.7°F
Nov 20	84.0°F	82.3°F	82.7°F
Nov 21	83.7°F	82.2°F	82.4°F
Nov 22	83.6°F	82.4°F	82.3°F
Nov 23	83.6°F	82.3°F	82.3°F
Nov 24	83.8°F	82.4°F	82.5°F
Nov 25	84.0°F	82.1°F	82.7°F
Nov 26	84.0°F	82.1°F	82.7°F
Nov 27	84.1°F	82.1°F	82.9°F
Nov 28	84.4°F	82.1°F	83.1°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 Townsville by month

In Townsville, the months September through May offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 288 swimming days.

The warmest water in Townsville was recorded on February 16, 2020, reaching a 89.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 17, 2022, dipping to 67.6°F. The average readings by season are 84.8°F in Winter, 80.8°F in Spring, 72.5°F in Summer, and 79.1°F in Autumn.