Water temperature in Kippa-Ring
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Thursday, October 29, at 8:53 am (GMT+10)- Today
- 74.3–75.0 °F
- Air today
- 61 / 78 °F
- Wed 4
- 76.4 °F
- Wetsuit
- Rash guard or top
Today the water in Kippa-Ring is 74.3 °F and ranges 74.3–75.0 °F through the day, with the air between 61 °F and 78 °F. It warms over the next few days: about 76.4 °F by Wednesday 4.
Measured by satellite
This is the temperature satellites measured 2 days ago in the water just below the surface, at the nearest point of sea to Kippa-Ring (1.8 mi away), from NASA's MUR analysis, which sees the water in 1 km detail. It isn't a forecast: the big figure above is what a model gives for right now. On sunny afternoons the top of the water can be a little warmer.
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
The water over the next few days
- Today
- Fri 30
- Sat 31
- Sun 1
- Mon 2
- Tue 3
- Wed 4
- Thu 5
- Fri 6
- Sat 7
Water over the last 60 days
Over these days it has risen 7.0 °F (from August 30).
Over the next few weeks the water looks normal for the time of year (+0.5 °F), according to ECMWF 46-day.
Daily average and its range (low and high). The dotted line is the forecast.
Water temperature by month vs. normal
The water off Kippa-Ring is warmer than normal for late October today (+2.0 °F).
- 79.2° 79°JanJ
- 79.7° 80°FebF
- 78.3° 78°MarM
- 75.6° 76°AprA
- 72.5° 73°MayM
- 70.3° 70°JunJ
- 68.3° 68°JulJ
- 67.5° 68°AugA
- 68.6° 69°SepS
- 71.5° 72°OctO
- 74.4° 74°NovN
- 77.1° 77°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
The best time to swim in Kippa-Ring is from September to May, when the water averages 68.6–79.7 °F.
The water is warmest in February (79.7 °F on average) and coldest in August (67.5 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 8.8 mi away). Right by the shore, the water can be a little colder or warmer. Sources and licenses
Water and air, day by day
| Day | Water | Air | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 74.3–75.0 °F | 61 / 78 °F | 1.4 ft |
| Fri 30 | 74.5–75.0 °F | 63 / 75 °F | 1.3 ft |
| Sat 31 | 74.5–75.0 °F | 63 / 76 °F | 1.5 ft |
| Sun 1 | 74.5–75.2 °F | 62 / 81 °F | 2.3 ft |
| Mon 2 | 74.8–75.9 °F | 63 / 83 °F | 1.8 ft |
| Tue 3 | 75.6–76.3 °F | 67 / 83 °F | 1.3 ft |
| Wed 4 | 75.9–76.8 °F | 67 / 83 °F | 1.4 ft |
Which wetsuit to wear
| Water | Wetsuit | How it feels |
|---|---|---|
| < 52 °F | 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves | Very cold: full kit only |
| 52°–57 °F | 5/4 mm with booties | Cold: takes your breath away |
| 57°–63 °F | 4/3 mm | Cool |
| 63°–66 °F | 3/2 mm | Mild |
| 66°–72 °F | Shorty (springsuit) | Pleasant |
| 72°–75 °F | Rash guard or top | Very pleasant |
| > 75 °F | No wetsuit | Warm |
A rough guide: it depends on the wind, how long you stay in and each person.
Fish are cold-blooded: the water sets their activity. Sudden temperature changes usually put them off the bite; with steady water, activity is more regular.
Previous days
The water over the last 60 days.
| Day | Water | Low / high |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 28 | 74.3 °F | 73.9–74.8 °F |
| Tue 27 | 73.8 °F | 73.2–74.1 °F |
| Mon 26 | 73.0 °F | 72.5–73.6 °F |
| Sun 25 | 72.3 °F | 72.0–72.5 °F |
| Sat 24 | 72.0 °F | 71.8–72.3 °F |
| Fri 23 | 71.6 °F | 71.2–72.1 °F |
| Thu 22 | 71.4 °F | 71.4–71.6 °F |
Show all 60 days
| Day | Water | Low / high |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 21 | 71.4 °F | 71.1–71.8 °F |
| Tue 20 | 71.1 °F | 70.5–71.4 °F |
| Mon 19 | 71.1 °F | 70.7–71.2 °F |
| Sun 18 | 71.6 °F | 71.4–71.8 °F |
| Sat 17 | 72.1 °F | 71.8–72.3 °F |
| Fri 16 | 72.7 °F | 72.3–73.0 °F |
| Thu 15 | 73.6 °F | 73.0–73.9 °F |
| Wed 14 | 74.5 °F | 74.1–74.7 °F |
| Tue 13 | 74.3 °F | 73.9–74.7 °F |
| Mon 12 | 73.8 °F | 73.2–74.1 °F |
| Sun 11 | 73.0 °F | 72.5–73.6 °F |
| Sat 10 | 72.5 °F | 72.1–72.9 °F |
| Fri 9 | 72.1 °F | 72.0–72.5 °F |
| Thu 8 | 72.1 °F | 72.0–72.3 °F |
| Wed 7 | 72.5 °F | 72.3–72.7 °F |
| Tue 6 | 72.1 °F | 72.0–72.5 °F |
| Mon 5 | 72.0 °F | 71.4–72.3 °F |
| Sun 4 | 71.4 °F | 71.1–71.8 °F |
| Sat 3 | 71.1 °F | 70.7–71.6 °F |
| Fri 2 | 70.7 °F | 70.3–71.2 °F |
| Thu 1 | 70.3 °F | 70.0–70.9 °F |
| Wed 30 | 70.3 °F | 70.2–70.5 °F |
| Tue 29 | 70.7 °F | 70.5–71.1 °F |
| Mon 28 | 71.2 °F | 71.1–71.4 °F |
| Sun 27 | 70.9 °F | 70.5–71.2 °F |
| Sat 26 | 70.5 °F | 70.3–70.9 °F |
| Fri 25 | 70.5 °F | 70.3–70.9 °F |
| Thu 24 | 70.5 °F | 70.3–70.9 °F |
| Wed 23 | 70.5 °F | 70.3–70.9 °F |
| Tue 22 | 70.3 °F | 70.0–70.7 °F |
| Mon 21 | 70.0 °F | 69.6–70.3 °F |
| Sun 20 | 69.4 °F | 68.9–70.0 °F |
| Sat 19 | 68.9 °F | 68.5–69.3 °F |
| Fri 18 | 68.5 °F | 68.4–68.9 °F |
| Thu 17 | 68.9 °F | 68.7–69.1 °F |
| Wed 16 | 69.1 °F | 68.9–69.4 °F |
| Tue 15 | 68.9 °F | 68.5–69.3 °F |
| Mon 14 | 68.5 °F | 68.4–68.9 °F |
| Sun 13 | 68.5 °F | 68.4–68.7 °F |
| Sat 12 | 68.5 °F | 68.4–68.7 °F |
| Fri 11 | 68.7 °F | 68.5–68.9 °F |
| Thu 10 | 69.3 °F | 68.9–69.6 °F |
| Wed 9 | 69.6 °F | 69.3–69.8 °F |
| Tue 8 | 69.8 °F | 69.6–70.0 °F |
| Mon 7 | 69.6 °F | 69.4–70.0 °F |
| Sun 6 | 69.4 °F | 69.1–69.8 °F |
| Sat 5 | 68.9 °F | 68.5–69.4 °F |
| Fri 4 | 68.4 °F | 67.8–68.9 °F |
| Thu 3 | 67.8 °F | 67.5–68.2 °F |
| Wed 2 | 67.6 °F | 67.5–67.8 °F |
| Tue 1 | 67.5 °F | 67.1–67.8 °F |
| Mon 31 | 67.3 °F | 67.1–67.5 °F |
| Sun 30 | 67.3 °F | 67.1–67.6 °F |
It's the daily analysis from Météo-France / Copernicus Marine (satellites, buoys and model), not a buoy reading at this spot.
Questions about the water in Kippa-RingQuestions
What's the water temperature today in Kippa-Ring?
74.3 °F; through the day it ranges 74.3–75.0 °F.
Will the water get warmer or colder?
It warms over the next few days: about 76.4 °F by Wednesday 4.
Which wetsuit do I need today?
With the water as it is today, rash guard or top (very pleasant). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in Kippa-Ring in October?
In October, the water in Kippa-Ring averages 71.5 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: shorty (springsuit) (pleasant).
How warm is the water in Kippa-Ring in February?
In February, the water in Kippa-Ring averages 79.7 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: no wetsuit (warm).
When is the best time to swim in Kippa-Ring?
The best time to swim in Kippa-Ring is from September to May, when the water averages 68.6–79.7 °F. The water is warmest in February (79.7 °F on average) and coldest in August (67.5 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off Kippa-Ring is warmer than normal for late October today (+2.0 °F).
More about Kippa-Ring today
Water temperature near Kippa-Ring
- Sandstone Point 75.0 °F · 10 mi
- Ningi 75.0 °F · 11 mi
- Wynnum 74.8 °F · 16 mi
- Brisbane 74.8 °F · 17 mi
- Cowan Cowan 73.6 °F · 19 mi
- Pelican Waters 74.1 °F · 27 mi
Only places with a different forecast: spots a few miles apart share the same model cell and wouldn't add anything.
Learn more
Sea surface temperature: Open-Meteo with Météo-France / Copernicus Marine, CC BY 4.0; grid point 7.8 mi away. Near the shore, in coves and estuaries, the water can be a little colder or warmer.
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 8:53 am (local time).
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