Pinnacles Beach Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 22.4°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Pinnacles Beach water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Pinnacles Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Pinnacles Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at22.4°C (72.3°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 | 21.2°C | 23.3°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| February | 20.7°C | 22.4°C | 23.6°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 20.4°C | 21.8°C | 23.8°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| April | 18.9°C | 21°C | 24.3°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| May | 16.3°C | 19.1°C | 21.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 15°C | 17.7°C | 19.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| July | 13.6°C | 16.3°C | 18.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 14.1°C | 15.9°C | 19.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.7°C | 16.3°C | 18.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 15.4°C | 17.4°C | 19.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| November | 16.5°C | 18.5°C | 21.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| December | 18.2°C | 20.1°C | 23.1°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Pinnacles Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Pinnacles Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Pinnacles Beach this time of year is 16.3°C (61.3°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 Pinnacles Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Pinnacles Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Pinnacles Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Pinnacles Beach average around16.3°C (61.3°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.7°C and a maximum of 18.8°C.