Yorkeys Knob – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Yorkeys Knob: 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 Yorkeys Knob 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 Yorkeys Knob will be 26.3°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

Yorkeys Knob is a relaxed seaside suburb just north of Cairns, set along the Coral Sea where water temperatures stay warm all year round. In the tropical wet season from about November to April, sea temperatures are typically in the range of 27–30 °C, often feeling very warm and comfortable for long swims. During the drier months from May to October, the water cools only slightly, usually sitting between 23–26 °C. Even in mid-winter, the sea remains mild by Australian standards, with no real cold-water period.