New River Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the James Bay, warmest around August at about 13.8°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
New River Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
New River Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in New River Beach occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at13.8°C (56.8°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 | 3.4°C | 5.5°C | 8.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 0.4°C | 3.3°C | 6.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | -0.4°C | 2.6°C | 4.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 1.2°C | 3.9°C | 6.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 3.7°C | 6.6°C | 11°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 7.3°C | 10°C | 12.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 8.6°C | 12.5°C | 15.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.2°C | 13.8°C | 16°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.1°C | 13.4°C | 15°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10.1°C | 12.1°C | 13.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 7.7°C | 10°C | 12.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 4.9°C | 7.8°C | 10.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for New River Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in New River Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in New River Beach this time of year is 13.4°C (56.1°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 New River Beach?
The highest water temperatures in New River Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in New River Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in New River Beach average around13.4°C (56.1°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.1°C and a maximum of 15°C.