What is the current water temperature in Runaway Bay?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Runaway Bay?

As of now, in Runaway Bay, the water temperature is 30.26°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 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.

86.5

°F

October 22, 17:21

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.6°F

Tomorrow:

86.6°F

Sunrise:

06:05

Sunset:

17:42

Day Length:

11 h. 37 min.

Runaway Bay in October

Minimum:

81.0°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

82.6°F

Sea water temperature in Runaway Bay today

As of now, in Runaway Bay, the water temperature is 86.5°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 1.0°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 slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 87.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 83.8°F on 2018.

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 86.4°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
Oct 8	86.9°F	86.6°F	85.8°F
Oct 9	86.7°F	87.1°F	85.9°F
Oct 10	86.7°F	86.9°F	85.8°F
Oct 11	86.8°F	86.9°F	85.8°F
Oct 12	86.8°F	86.9°F	85.8°F
Oct 13	86.5°F	87.0°F	85.7°F
Oct 14	86.1°F	87.1°F	85.6°F
Oct 15	86.2°F	86.9°F	85.7°F
Oct 16	86.5°F	86.6°F	85.6°F
Oct 17	86.6°F	86.4°F	85.6°F
Oct 18	86.6°F	86.4°F	85.7°F
Oct 19	86.8°F	86.5°F	85.8°F
Oct 20	86.8°F	86.3°F	85.7°F
Oct 21	86.6°F	86.1°F	85.7°F
Oct 22	86.5°F	85.8°F	85.4°F
Oct 23	86.6°F	86.0°F	85.6°F
Oct 24	86.5°F	86.0°F	85.4°F
Oct 25	86.5°F	86.3°F	85.5°F
Oct 26	86.5°F	86.3°F	85.4°F
Oct 27	86.3°F	86.1°F	85.3°F
Oct 28	86.3°F	86.1°F	85.2°F
Oct 29	86.4°F	86.0°F	85.3°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 85.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kingston	86.8°F	48mi
New Kingston	86.8°F	48mi
Bath	86.7°F	74mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Runaway Bay