Loch Ard Gorge Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 17.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Loch Ard Gorge water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Loch Ard Gorge Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Loch Ard Gorge occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at17.9°C (64.2°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 | 16.2°C | 17.8°C | 19.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 17°C | 17.9°C | 19.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 16.7°C | 17.7°C | 19.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 14.8°C | 16.7°C | 17.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 14.7°C | 15.7°C | 16.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 14.2°C | 14.9°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 13.5°C | 14.4°C | 15.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 12.8°C | 13.7°C | 14.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 13°C | 13.7°C | 14.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 13.3°C | 14.2°C | 15.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 13.6°C | 15.4°C | 17.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 14.8°C | 16.6°C | 18.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Loch Ard Gorge
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Loch Ard Gorge today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Loch Ard Gorge this time of year is 13.7°C (56.7°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 Loch Ard Gorge?
The highest water temperatures in Loch Ard Gorge typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Loch Ard Gorge in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Loch Ard Gorge average around13.7°C (56.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 14.7°C.