Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Kuranda, Australia

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Kuranda...

Kuranda is a coastal city in Australia. It is a fairly small-sized town close to the water with a population of 1428 people. The water temperature around Kuranda has moderate variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 23°C (73.5°F) in July up to 29.1°C (84.4°F) in the month of February, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 26°C (79°F) and the best time for water activities is late winter, since Kuranda is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Kuranda?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Kuranda is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Kuranda?

Not many surf spots are located in close proximity to Kuranda. The next good one is Farnborough, which is almost 537.8km (334miles) away from Kuranda. Click here to check out more information on Farnborough and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try surfing The Springs, which is ca 648km (402.5miles) away from Kuranda. Another fun surfspot is The Springs, located 648km (402.5miles) from Kuranda.

Are there sandy beaches near by?

Not too many beaches are close to Kuranda. A beach that might be worth checking out is Holtekamp Beach, which is 1036.6km (643.8miles) away from Kuranda. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Hamadi Beach, which is 1041.6km (647miles) away from Kuranda.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Kuranda?

The sea temperature around Kuranda is extremely warm, reaching up to 29°C (84°F) in the months of January, February, and March. During this time, in the late summer, a wetsuit is normaly not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during summer, temperatures come down to 23°C (73°F). In this season, a 1mm top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some people might even be ok without a rashguard or thin top . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the diving and fishing close to Kuranda?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 23 to 28°C (73-82°F) during summer. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions change during January, February, and March when temperatures reach 24 to 29°C (75-84°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Kuranda: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Kuranda...

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