Sandy Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the James Bay, warmest around August at about 14.3°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Sandy Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Sandy Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Sandy Beach occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at14.3°C (57.7°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 | 3.6°C | 5.7°C | 8.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 1.3°C | 3.5°C | 6.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 0.1°C | 2.7°C | 5.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 0.9°C | 3.9°C | 7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 4°C | 6.6°C | 11°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 6.9°C | 10.1°C | 12.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 9.3°C | 13°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.6°C | 14.3°C | 15.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.5°C | 13.5°C | 15.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10°C | 12.1°C | 13.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 8°C | 10.2°C | 12.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 4.7°C | 8°C | 10.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Sandy Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Sandy Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Sandy Beach this time of year is 13.5°C (56.3°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 Sandy Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Sandy Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Sandy Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Sandy Beach average around13.5°C (56.3°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.5°C and a maximum of 15.2°C.