Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach) Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 19.4°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach) water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach) Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach) occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at19.4°C (66.9°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 | 18.7°C | 21.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 18°C | 19.4°C | 20.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 17.7°C | 18.8°C | 21°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 15.9°C | 17.3°C | 18.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 14.7°C | 15.9°C | 17.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 13.6°C | 14.4°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 12.6°C | 13.3°C | 14.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 12.2°C | 12.9°C | 13.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 12.3°C | 13.1°C | 13.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 13.1°C | 14.1°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 13.3°C | 15.7°C | 18.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 15.7°C | 17.3°C | 19°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach)
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach) today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach) this time of year is 13.1°C (55.6°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 Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach)?
The highest water temperatures in Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach) typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach) in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Torquay Back Beach (Surf Beach) average around13.1°C (55.6°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 12.3°C and a maximum of 13.9°C.