Picnic Bay Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 18.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Picnic Bay water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Picnic Bay Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Picnic Bay occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at18.9°C (66°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 | 16.7°C | 18.3°C | 21.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 17.9°C | 18.9°C | 20.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 17.1°C | 18.5°C | 20.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 16.1°C | 17.3°C | 18.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 14.6°C | 15.9°C | 17.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 13.7°C | 14.5°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 12.6°C | 13.4°C | 14°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 12°C | 12.8°C | 13.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.9°C | 13°C | 14°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 13.1°C | 13.9°C | 15.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 13.6°C | 15.4°C | 17.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 15.4°C | 16.8°C | 18.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Picnic Bay
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Picnic Bay today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Picnic Bay this time of year is 13°C (55.4°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 Picnic Bay?
The highest water temperatures in Picnic Bay typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Picnic Bay in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Picnic Bay average around13°C (55.4°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.9°C and a maximum of 14°C.