Danggu Gorge – water temperature at Fitzroy River
This page provides up-to-date information about the water temperature at Danggu Gorge, located on the Fitzroy River in Western Australia. Here you can check current conditions, view recent temperature trends, explore typical monthly ranges, and compare today’s reading with historical averages for this date. The page also includes a 7-day water temperature forecast, local weather information, and swimming conditions.
Current Water Temperature
The water temperature in Fitzroy River at Danggu Gorge today is 32°C.
Water Temperature in Fitzroy River at Danggu Gorge: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
✅ River temperatures above 25°C feel warm and are well suited to leisurely swimming and floating. Comfort remains high even if air temperatures are slightly cooler, though hot weather can make the water feel less refreshing. In slower-flowing rivers, very warm water may feel stagnant, especially during heatwaves. Weather conditions such as strong sun or high humidity can further influence how pleasant the swim feels.
Water Temperature Over the Last 30 Days
Over the past month, water temperatures in Danggu Gorge have stayed mostly steady, also with conditions remaining relatively stable over the past week.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Danggu Gorge will be 32.3°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.
Table of Daily Water Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12 | 32.0°C | 32.3°C | |
| Mar 13 | 32.0°C | 32.3°C | |
| Mar 14 | 32.0°C | 32.3°C | |
| Mar 15 | 32.0°C | 32.3°C | |
| Mar 16 | 32.0°C | 32.3°C | |
| Mar 17 | 32.0°C | 32.3°C | |
| Mar 18 | 32.0°C | 32.3°C | |
| Mar 19 | 32.0°C | 32.3°C | |
| Mar 20 | 32.0°C | 32.3°C | 32.0°C |
| Mar 21 | 32.3°C | 32.0°C | |
| Mar 22 | 32.3°C | 32.1°C | |
| Mar 23 | 32.3°C | 32.1°C | |
| Mar 24 | 32.3°C | 32.2°C | |
| Mar 25 | 32.3°C | 32.2°C | |
| Mar 26 | 32.3°C | 32.2°C | |
| Mar 27 | 32.3°C | 32.3°C |
* Current - Actual water temperature value
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in recent years
*** Forecast - Our water temperature forecast
Actual river water temperatures may vary by several degrees from the reported values, particularly after heavy rainfall or periods of changing weather. Rainfall, river flow rates, and runoff from cooler upstream areas can significantly affect water temperature, especially in flowing sections and shaded stretches. Air temperature and cloud cover also play an important role, with warm, sunny conditions helping rivers warm up more quickly. As a result, noticeable temperature differences can occur along the same river.
Our forecast is based on a proprietary mathematical model that takes into account real-time river temperature changes, historical data, seasonal patterns, river flow conditions, recent rainfall, and local air temperature. We also factor in broader weather conditions specific to each region of Australia to improve accuracy.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Today | Yesterday | A Week Ago |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
| February | 32°C | 32°C | 33°C |
| March | 32°C | 32°C | 33°C |
| April | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
| May | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
| June | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
| July | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
| August | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
| September | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
| October | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
| November | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
| December | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C |
Location & Local Information
Danggu Gorge, also known as Geikie Gorge, sits along the Fitzroy River in the Kimberley, where the river cuts through ancient limestone ranges. Water temperature here reflects the hot tropical climate of the region. During the Wet Season, roughly from December to March, the Fitzroy runs high and fast, and water temperatures are usually around 26–30°C, sometimes a little cooler when fresh floodwaters are moving through. In the Dry Season, from about May to September, flows are lower and more stable, and water temperatures typically sit between 22–28°C. Even in winter, the water rarely feels cold, especially in deeper sections of the gorge where the sun reaches the rock walls.
Swimming Conditions
Swimming at Danggu Gorge is generally not permitted, despite the inviting look of the water and the warm temperatures. This stretch of the Fitzroy is managed as a protected area, and swimming is discouraged mainly because of safety concerns. The river here has strong currents, deep sections and steep rock walls, and it is also crocodile habitat. Saltwater crocodiles are known to occur in the Fitzroy system, particularly after wet seasons. For these reasons, visitors usually experience the gorge from the lookout or by boat rather than in the water. While the temperature might seem perfect for a swim, Danggu Gorge is best appreciated safely from above or on the river, not in it.