What is the current water temperature in Runaway Bay?

As of now, in Runaway Bay, the water temperature is 27.8°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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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.

82.0

°F

December 21, 07:22

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

82.2°F

Tomorrow:

82.0°F

Sunrise:

06:37

Sunset:

17:39

Day Length:

11 h. 2 min.

Runaway Bay in December

Minimum:

81.0°F

Average:

81.7°F

Maximum:

82.4°F

Sea water temperature in Runaway Bay today

As of now, in Runaway Bay, the water temperature is 82.0°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.6°F lower 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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 82.0°F on 2014.

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 81.8°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
Dec 7	82.8°F	84.4°F	83.3°F
Dec 8	82.5°F	84.3°F	83.3°F
Dec 9	82.4°F	84.4°F	83.2°F
Dec 10	82.5°F	84.2°F	83.1°F
Dec 11	82.3°F	84.2°F	83.0°F
Dec 12	82.3°F	83.9°F	82.9°F
Dec 13	82.5°F	83.8°F	82.9°F
Dec 14	82.5°F	83.7°F	82.8°F
Dec 15	82.4°F	83.6°F	82.8°F
Dec 16	82.3°F	83.4°F	82.7°F
Dec 17	82.2°F	83.4°F	82.7°F
Dec 18	82.5°F	83.5°F	82.7°F
Dec 19	82.3°F	83.5°F	82.7°F
Dec 20	82.2°F	83.4°F	82.6°F
Dec 21	82.0°F	83.2°F	82.7°F
Dec 22	82.0°F	83.1°F	82.6°F
Dec 23	82.0°F	83.1°F	82.6°F
Dec 24	81.9°F	82.9°F	82.6°F
Dec 25	81.8°F	82.9°F	82.5°F
Dec 26	81.7°F	82.8°F	82.3°F
Dec 27	81.7°F	82.7°F	82.3°F
Dec 28	81.7°F	82.9°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 Runaway Bay by month

In Runaway Bay, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Runaway Bay was recorded on September 22, 2023, reaching a 88.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 13, 2017, dipping to 79.6°F. The average readings by season are 81.7°F in Winter, 81.8°F in Spring, 84.3°F in Summer, and 85.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kingston	82.7°F	48mi
New Kingston	82.7°F	48mi
Bath	82.6°F	74mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Runaway Bay