Pickup Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 16.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Pickup Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Pickup Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Pickup Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at16.9°C (62.4°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 | 13.7°C | 15.9°C | 18.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 15.4°C | 16.9°C | 18.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 14.5°C | 16.5°C | 18.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 13.1°C | 15.4°C | 17.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 12.9°C | 14.2°C | 15.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 12.5°C | 13.4°C | 14.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 11.8°C | 12.9°C | 14°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 11.6°C | 12.4°C | 13.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.2°C | 12.2°C | 13.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 11.8°C | 12.6°C | 14.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 12.2°C | 13.5°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 12.7°C | 14.4°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Pickup Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Pickup Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Pickup Beach this time of year is 12.2°C (54°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 Pickup Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Pickup Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Pickup Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Pickup Beach average around12.2°C (54.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.2°C and a maximum of 13.1°C.