Fairlight Beach Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 23.8°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Fairlight Beach water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Fairlight Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Fairlight Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at23.8°C (74.8°F) in February.
Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)
Hover a bar for detailsFull 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
| Month | Min Water Temp | Average Water Temp | Max Water Temp | Swimming Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.9°C | 22.6°C | 25.2°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| February | 22°C | 23.8°C | 26.4°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 22.5°C | 23.7°C | 25.9°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| April | 20.4°C | 22.5°C | 24.3°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| May | 18.7°C | 21.1°C | 23.5°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| June | 17.5°C | 19.8°C | 22.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| July | 16.5°C | 18.8°C | 20.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 15.6°C | 18°C | 19.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 17.3°C | 18.4°C | 19.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 18.2°C | 19.4°C | 21°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| November | 18.8°C | 20.4°C | 22.5°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| December | 19.3°C | 21.6°C | 24.4°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Fairlight Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Fairlight Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Fairlight Beach this time of year is 18.4°C (65.1°F) — classified as Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C). Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Fairlight Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Fairlight Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Fairlight Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Fairlight Beach average around18.4°C (65.1°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 17.3°C and a maximum of 19.9°C.