Murdochs Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 19.1°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Murdochs Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Murdochs Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Murdochs Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at19.1°C (66.4°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 | 15.7°C | 18°C | 20.1°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 17.8°C | 19.1°C | 20.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 17.5°C | 18.7°C | 20.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 15.3°C | 17.3°C | 18.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 13.3°C | 15.5°C | 17.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 12.3°C | 13.7°C | 15°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 10.9°C | 12.5°C | 13.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.9°C | 11.8°C | 12.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.2°C | 12.1°C | 12.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12.1°C | 13.1°C | 14.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 12.8°C | 14.9°C | 17.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 14.7°C | 16.2°C | 18.1°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Murdochs Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Murdochs Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Murdochs Beach this time of year is 12.1°C (53.8°F) — classified as Very Cold (< 16°C). Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Murdochs Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Murdochs Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Murdochs Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Murdochs Beach average around12.1°C (53.8°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.2°C and a maximum of 12.6°C.