Waikawa water temperature
Waikawa, Waikawa at North Manakau Road · River
The current water temperature at Waikawa is 11.5 °C (as of October 15, 2026, source: NZ Regional Councils).
A river can change temperature within hours — snowmelt, rain or power-plant operations show up immediately. That is why the measured value counts here, not an estimate.
Measurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 1438 data points since August 16, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 6.6 °C on September 23, 2026 · highest value: 15.5 °C on October 10, 2026.
In October, temperatures have ranged between 7.5 °C and 15.5 °C.
The current value is 0.4 °C above the October average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: Waikawa
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Waikawa right now?
The current water temperature is 11.5 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Waikawa?
Currently 11.5 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Waikawa in October?
In October, the water temperature recently averaged 11.1 °C.
When is the water warmest at Waikawa?
Across the measurement record, October is on average the warmest month (11.1 °C).
