Brisbane – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Brisbane: 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 Brisbane have been on a steady rise over the past month and have continued to climb over the last week.

According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Brisbane will be 22.8°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.

Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data

Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month

Monthly Water Temp Ranges

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Annual Water Temperature Trend

Brisbane sits along the Brisbane River near the edge of Moreton Bay, with access to the Coral Sea shaping local water temperatures across the year. In summer, from about December to March, coastal water temperatures around the bay are typically in the 23–25 °C range, feeling warm and comfortable during the hottest months. In winter, usually June to August, temperatures cool to around 18–20 °C, which can feel brisk at first but is still swimmable on clear, sunny days. Spring and autumn often deliver the most balanced conditions, with water temperatures commonly sitting between 20–22 °C and generally pleasant weather both onshore and offshore.