What is the current water temperature in Tauranga?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Tauranga?

As of now, in Tauranga, the water temperature is 20.14°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Tauranga

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Tauranga. 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.

68.3

°F

December 22, 18:35

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

68.2°F

Tomorrow:

68.3°F

Sunrise:

05:51

Sunset:

20:37

Day Length:

14 h. 46 min.

Tauranga in December

Minimum:

65.3°F

Average:

68.4°F

Maximum:

71.3°F

Sea water temperature in Tauranga today

As of now, in Tauranga, the water temperature is 68.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.5°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 68.9°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 64.2°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 68.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 68.3°F, while the maximum might reach 69.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Tauranga

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	67.8°F	64.9°F	65.2°F
Dec 9	67.3°F	65.1°F	65.3°F
Dec 10	67.2°F	65.8°F	65.6°F
Dec 11	66.6°F	65.6°F	65.7°F
Dec 12	66.5°F	66.4°F	65.8°F
Dec 13	66.0°F	65.4°F	65.7°F
Dec 14	66.0°F	64.7°F	65.7°F
Dec 15	67.1°F	65.0°F	65.8°F
Dec 16	66.8°F	64.6°F	65.9°F
Dec 17	68.2°F	66.0°F	66.0°F
Dec 18	66.9°F	65.0°F	65.9°F
Dec 19	66.1°F	66.4°F	66.2°F
Dec 20	66.9°F	66.7°F	66.5°F
Dec 21	68.2°F	67.6°F	66.7°F
Dec 22	68.3°F	68.9°F	66.8°F
Dec 23	68.3°F	68.6°F	66.9°F
Dec 24	68.5°F	68.4°F	67.1°F
Dec 25	68.5°F	68.1°F	67.0°F
Dec 26	68.7°F	68.5°F	67.2°F
Dec 27	69.0°F	69.1°F	67.5°F
Dec 28	69.0°F	69.1°F	67.5°F
Dec 29	68.9°F	69.0°F	67.4°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 Tauranga by month

In an average year, Tauranga offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Tauranga was recorded on January 23, 2024, reaching a 74.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 23, 2023, dipping to 54.9°F. The average readings by season are 68.6°F in Winter, 66.7°F in Spring, 58.4°F in Summer, and 59.9°F in Autumn.