West Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 18.8°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
West Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
West Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in West Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at18.8°C (65.8°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 | 16°C | 17.8°C | 20.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 17.4°C | 18.8°C | 20.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 17°C | 18.5°C | 19.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 15.1°C | 17.2°C | 18.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 13.5°C | 15.6°C | 17.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 12.6°C | 14.1°C | 15.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 11.1°C | 12.7°C | 13.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 11.2°C | 12°C | 12.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.5°C | 12.1°C | 12.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12°C | 13.1°C | 14.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 12.9°C | 14.8°C | 17.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 14.7°C | 16°C | 17.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for West Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in West Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in West 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 West Beach?
The highest water temperatures in West Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in West Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in West Beach average around12.1°C (53.8°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.5°C and a maximum of 12.9°C.