Mission Beach – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Mission Beach: 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 Mission Beach 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 Mission Beach 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

Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month

Monthly Water Temp Ranges

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Annual Water Temperature Trend

Mission Beach sits along a wide, palm-lined stretch of Queensland’s North Coast, facing the Coral Sea and known for its warm, tropical water temperatures. In summer, from about December to March, the sea is usually around 27–29 °C, making the water feel very comfortable, even for longer swims. During winter, roughly June to August, temperatures drop slightly to about 22–24 °C, which is still mild and suitable for swimming on sunny days. Autumn and spring are often the most pleasant times, with water temperatures commonly sitting between 24–26 °C and more settled weather overall.