What is the current water temperature in Timaru?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Timaru?

As of now, in Timaru, the water temperature is 15.04°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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Water temperature in Timaru

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Timaru. 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.

59.1

°F

November 26, 21:39

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

58.0°F

Tomorrow:

59.2°F

Sunrise:

05:49

Sunset:

20:55

Day Length:

15 h. 6 min.

Timaru in December

Minimum:

58.9°F

Average:

62.2°F

Maximum:

65.6°F

Sea water temperature in Timaru today

As of now, in Timaru, the water temperature is 59.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 0.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 61.5°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 56.8°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 59.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 59.1°F, while the maximum might reach 60.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Timaru

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 12	58.4°F	57.7°F	56.8°F
Nov 13	58.2°F	58.0°F	57.0°F
Nov 14	58.9°F	58.2°F	57.3°F
Nov 15	57.9°F	57.0°F	57.4°F
Nov 16	58.0°F	57.0°F	57.6°F
Nov 17	57.7°F	56.8°F	57.5°F
Nov 18	57.6°F	56.9°F	57.5°F
Nov 19	58.2°F	56.9°F	57.5°F
Nov 20	58.0°F	57.8°F	57.6°F
Nov 21	58.2°F	58.2°F	57.7°F
Nov 22	58.0°F	58.0°F	57.8°F
Nov 23	57.8°F	57.6°F	57.8°F
Nov 24	57.8°F	57.5°F	57.9°F
Nov 25	58.0°F	57.8°F	58.2°F
Nov 26	59.1°F	58.4°F	58.4°F
Nov 27	59.2°F	58.4°F	58.5°F
Nov 28	59.1°F	58.8°F	58.4°F
Nov 29	59.5°F	58.8°F	58.7°F
Nov 30	59.7°F	58.3°F	59.0°F
Dec 1	59.6°F	57.7°F	58.9°F
Dec 2	60.0°F	57.6°F	59.3°F
Dec 3	60.4°F	58.2°F	59.7°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 Timaru by month

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

The warmest water in Timaru was recorded on January 31, 2018, reaching a 69.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 6, 2024, dipping to 45.9°F. The average readings by season are 62.3°F in Winter, 58.2°F in Spring, 48.8°F in Summer, and 53.4°F in Autumn.