British Columbia, Canada
Pacific Ocean49.12°N, 125.89°WStation CA-BRI-TOF

Tofino (Chesterman Beach) Sea Water Temperature

Canada's surf capital with raw Pacific swells, ancient temperate rainforests, and misty shores. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Tofino (Chesterman Beach) water temperature

14.1
57.4°FVery Cold (< 16°C)

Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.

+0°vs Sep avgPacific Ocean49.12°N, 125.89°W
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
16°C
60.1°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
14.1°C
57.4°F
Waves: 1m
Very Cold
ThuOct 1
14.4°C
57.9°F
Waves: 0.9m
Very Cold
FriOct 2
14.5°C
58.1°F
Waves: 0.7m
Very Cold
SatOct 3
14.4°C
57.9°F
Waves: 0.6m
Very Cold
SunOct 4
14.1°C
57.4°F
Waves: 0.7m
Very Cold
MonOct 5
13.8°C
56.8°F
Waves: 0.9m
Very Cold
TueOct 6
13.7°C
56.7°F
Waves: 1m
Very Cold
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Tofino (Chesterman Beach).
Confidence: High

Tofino (Chesterman Beach) Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Tofino (Chesterman Beach) occurs inJul, Aug — peaking at15.2°C (59.4°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
9
Jan
8
Feb
9
Mar
10
Apr
12
May
14
Jun
15
Jul
15
Aug
Current
14
Sep
12
Oct
10
Nov
9
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January7.8°C8.6°C9.4°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February7.5°C8.3°C9.1°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March8°C8.9°C9.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April9.1°C10.1°C11.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
May10.5°C11.7°C13°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
June12.1°C13.5°C14.9°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
July13.4°C14.8°C16.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
August13.8°C15.2°C16.6°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
SeptemberCurrent12.8°C14.1°C15.4°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
October10.9°C12°C13.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
November9.2°C10.1°C11.1°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
December8.1°C9°C9.9°CVery Cold (< 16°C)

Swimming FAQs for Tofino (Chesterman Beach)

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Tofino (Chesterman Beach) today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Tofino (Chesterman Beach) this time of year is 14.1°C (57.4°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 Tofino (Chesterman Beach)?

The highest water temperatures in Tofino (Chesterman Beach) typically occur duringJul, Aug, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Tofino (Chesterman Beach) in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Tofino (Chesterman Beach) average around14.1°C (57.4°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 12.8°C and a maximum of 15.4°C.

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