Moon Bay Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 22.6°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Moon Bay water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Moon Bay Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Moon Bay occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at22.6°C (72.7°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 | 19.1°C | 21.3°C | 23.1°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| February | 21.2°C | 22.6°C | 24.2°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 20.6°C | 21.9°C | 24.1°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| April | 19°C | 21.2°C | 24.3°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| May | 17.1°C | 19.4°C | 21.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 15.2°C | 17.9°C | 20°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| July | 14.1°C | 16.6°C | 19°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 14.3°C | 16.1°C | 19.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 15.1°C | 16.6°C | 19.1°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 15.4°C | 17.6°C | 19.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| November | 16.7°C | 18.7°C | 21.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| December | 18.3°C | 20.3°C | 23.5°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Moon Bay
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Moon Bay today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Moon Bay this time of year is 16.6°C (61.9°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 Moon Bay?
The highest water temperatures in Moon Bay typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Moon Bay in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Moon Bay average around16.6°C (61.9°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 15.1°C and a maximum of 19.1°C.