Beach Area 1 & 2 Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the James Bay, warmest around August at about 20.6°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Beach Area 1 & 2 water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Beach Area 1 & 2 Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Beach Area 1 & 2 occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at20.6°C (69.1°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 | 0.9°C | 3.2°C | 6.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 0.3°C | 1.6°C | 3.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 0.3°C | 1.4°C | 3.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 0.4°C | 1.9°C | 4.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 2.3°C | 4.6°C | 10.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 4.7°C | 11.3°C | 17.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 14°C | 18.7°C | 22.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 16.9°C | 20.6°C | 23.6°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 15.7°C | 18.8°C | 21.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 10.1°C | 14°C | 17.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 6.4°C | 9.4°C | 12.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 3.6°C | 5.7°C | 8.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Beach Area 1 & 2
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Beach Area 1 & 2 today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Beach Area 1 & 2 this time of year is 18.8°C (65.8°F) — classified as Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C). Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Beach Area 1 & 2?
The highest water temperatures in Beach Area 1 & 2 typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Beach Area 1 & 2 in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Beach Area 1 & 2 average around18.8°C (65.8°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 15.7°C and a maximum of 21.9°C.