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 29.16°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.

84.5

°F

November 1, 10:52

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

84.3°F

Tomorrow:

84.6°F

Sunrise:

05:32

Sunset:

18:21

Day Length:

12 h. 49 min.

Townsville in November

Minimum:

83.6°F

Average:

85.4°F

Maximum:

88.3°F

Sea water temperature in Townsville today

As of now, in Townsville, the water temperature is 84.5°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 2.5°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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.7°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 79.1°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 84.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Townsville

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 18	81.0°F	80.6°F	79.9°F
Oct 19	80.8°F	80.3°F	80.0°F
Oct 20	81.0°F	80.8°F	80.0°F
Oct 21	81.0°F	81.5°F	80.1°F
Oct 22	81.7°F	81.4°F	80.3°F
Oct 23	81.8°F	81.3°F	80.4°F
Oct 24	81.7°F	81.4°F	80.5°F
Oct 25	81.4°F	81.2°F	80.7°F
Oct 26	81.7°F	81.5°F	80.8°F
Oct 27	82.5°F	82.3°F	81.2°F
Oct 28	82.5°F	82.1°F	81.4°F
Oct 29	82.5°F	82.3°F	81.6°F
Oct 30	83.3°F	81.8°F	81.8°F
Oct 31	84.3°F	82.0°F	81.8°F
Nov 1	84.5°F	81.9°F	82.0°F
Nov 2	84.6°F	81.9°F	82.0°F
Nov 3	84.6°F	82.4°F	82.1°F
Nov 4	84.6°F	82.4°F	82.1°F
Nov 5	84.5°F	82.1°F	81.9°F
Nov 6	84.5°F	82.1°F	81.9°F
Nov 7	84.7°F	82.2°F	82.1°F
Nov 8	84.8°F	82.5°F	82.3°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 Townsville by month

In Townsville, the months September through May offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 290 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 85.0°F in Winter, 80.9°F in Spring, 72.5°F in Summer, and 79.3°F in Autumn.