Shell Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around August at about 15.4°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Shell Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Shell Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Shell Beach occurs inJune, July, August, September — peaking at15.4°C (59.7°F) in August.
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 | 6.5°C | 7.3°C | 8.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 6.3°C | 7.3°C | 8.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 6.8°C | 7.9°C | 9.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 7.6°C | 9.3°C | 10.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 9.5°C | 11.6°C | 13.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 11.9°C | 13.5°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 12.9°C | 14.9°C | 17.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 12.9°C | 15.4°C | 17.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.7°C | 13.9°C | 16°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 9.4°C | 11.1°C | 12.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 7.9°C | 9.2°C | 10.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 7°C | 8.1°C | 9.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Shell Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Shell Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Shell Beach this time of year is 13.9°C (57°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 Shell Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Shell Beach typically occur duringJune, July, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Shell Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Shell Beach average around13.9°C (57.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.7°C and a maximum of 16°C.