Bingil Bay – current water temperature and swimming conditions
This page shows the current water temperature at Bingil Bay in Queensland. You can view recent sea temperature trends on a 30-day chart, check typical monthly water temperature ranges, and compare today’s reading with historical averages for this date. The page also includes a 7-day water temperature forecast, nearby beaches with similar conditions, local weather information, and a summary of swimming conditions to help you assess how suitable the water is for swimming.
Current Sea Water Temperature
The average sea water temperature today in Bingil Bay is about 26°C.
Water Temperature in Bingil Bay: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
✅ Water in this range is comfortably warm and widely considered ideal for swimming. Most people can stay in the water for a long time without feeling cold. It works well for families, recreational swimming, and active water sports such as swimming, surfing, and paddleboarding.
It’s important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in settled weather. When air temperatures drop below 20°C — and sometimes even below 25°C — swimming can feel uncomfortable, even when water temperatures are relatively high.
Water Temperature Over the Last 30 Days
Water temperatures in Bingil Bay have been gradually cooling over the past month, with a further drop recorded during the last week.
According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Bingil Bay will be 26.0°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28 | 26.3°C | 27.8°C | |
| Apr 29 | 26.2°C | 28.5°C | |
| Apr 30 | 26.2°C | 27.3°C | |
| May 1 | 26.1°C | 27.0°C | |
| May 2 | 25.7°C | 27.0°C | |
| May 3 | 25.8°C | 26.8°C | |
| May 4 | 25.7°C | 26.5°C | |
| May 5 | 26.0°C | 26.8°C | |
| May 6 | 26.0°C | 26.8°C | 26.0°C |
| May 7 | 26.7°C | 26.0°C | |
| May 8 | 26.0°C | 26.0°C | |
| May 9 | 26.3°C | 26.0°C | |
| May 10 | 26.0°C | 26.0°C | |
| May 11 | 26.7°C | 26.0°C | |
| May 12 | 26.0°C | 26.0°C | |
| May 13 | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
* Current - Actual water temperature value
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in recent years
*** Forecast - Our water temperature forecast
Actual near-shore water temperatures in Bingil Bay can vary by several degrees from the values shown, particularly after heavy rain, strong southerlies, or prolonged windy conditions. Certain wind patterns can trigger upwelling, where cooler, deeper water is pushed to the surface and replaces the warmer top layer, leading to noticeable short-term changes in water temperature.
Our water temperature forecast is produced using a proprietary mathematical model that combines real-time measurements with long-term historical patterns, local weather conditions, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each coastal region. To improve accuracy, we cross-check data from nearby locations and use multiple sources, including offshore buoys, satellite-based sea surface maps, and observations provided by local authorities.
Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month
Monthly Water Temp Ranges
Annual Water Temperature Trend
Bingil Bay lies just south of Mission Beach on Queensland’s lush North Coast, where the Coral Sea delivers consistently warm water throughout the year. During the summer months from December to March, sea temperatures are typically around 27–29 °C, giving swimmers very comfortable, tropical highlighted by warm air and high humidity. In winter, roughly June to August, the water cools slightly to about 22–24 °C, which still feels mild and swimmable, especially under clear skies. Autumn and spring tend to sit in between, with water temperatures commonly ranging from 24–26 °C and generally pleasant conditions both on the beach and in the sea.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 30°C | 31°C |
| February | 27°C | 29°C | 31°C |
| March | 27°C | 29°C | 31°C |
| April | 26°C | 28°C | 30°C |
| May | 23°C | 26°C | 28°C |
| June | 21°C | 25°C | 27°C |
| July | 21°C | 24°C | 26°C |
| August | 22°C | 24°C | 26°C |
| September | 22°C | 25°C | 28°C |
| October | 23°C | 26°C | 29°C |
| November | 24°C | 27°C | 30°C |
| December | 26°C | 29°C | 31°C |
* Click on a month to view detailed water temperature data.
Bingil Bay: Weather Forecast
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Local Water Conditions and Nearby Spots
Nearby Beaches and Water Temperatures
Brookes Beach
Wee Beach
Garners Beach
Narragon Beach
Ninney Point
Warragon Beach
Clump Point Lookout
Kurrimine Beach
Swimming Conditions
Swimming at Bingil Bay is allowed and enjoyed by locals and visitors, particularly during calm weather. The bay is more sheltered than some exposed stretches of coastline, but it is still a natural beach with changing conditions, including currents and occasional swell. As with much of tropical North Queensland, marine stingers may be present in the warmer months, usually from November to May, so swimmers often use stinger suits or limit time in the water during that period. Outside the stinger season, the warm, clear water and relaxed setting make Bingil Bay well suited to casual swimming, provided basic care is taken to check local conditions.
Location, Type and Nearby Places
Address: Cassowary Coast Region
Place Tags:Coastal Town
Water Temperature in Nearby Places
