Five Mile 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.
Five Mile Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Five Mile Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Five Mile 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 | 16.8°C | 18.5°C | 21.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 18.1°C | 19.1°C | 20.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 17.3°C | 18.7°C | 20.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 16.1°C | 17.3°C | 18.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 14.6°C | 15.9°C | 17.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 13.5°C | 14.5°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 12.2°C | 13.2°C | 13.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 12°C | 12.6°C | 13.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.7°C | 12.8°C | 14°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12.9°C | 14°C | 15.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 13.8°C | 15.6°C | 18°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 15.5°C | 17.1°C | 18.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Five Mile Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Five Mile Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Five Mile Beach this time of year is 12.8°C (55°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 Five Mile Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Five Mile Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Five Mile Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Five Mile Beach average around12.8°C (55.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.7°C and a maximum of 14°C.