Southern, Hong Kong
South China Sea22.23°N, 114.25°EStation HO-SOU-SHE

石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach Sea Water Temperature

A subtropical beach on the South China Sea, warmest around July at about 29.1°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach water temperature

28.4
83.1°FTropical Warm (> 28°C)

Very warm bath-like water. Zero chill, exceptional for relaxation and snorkeling.

+0°vs Sep avgSouth China Sea22.23°N, 114.25°E
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
30°C
85.8°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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Daily maximum
Sunrise
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First morning light
Sunset
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
28.4°C
83.1°F
Waves: 1m
Tropical
ThuOct 1
28.7°C
83.7°F
Waves: 0.9m
Tropical
FriOct 2
28.8°C
83.8°F
Waves: 0.7m
Tropical
SatOct 3
28.7°C
83.7°F
Waves: 0.6m
Tropical
SunOct 4
28.4°C
83.1°F
Waves: 0.7m
Tropical
MonOct 5
28.1°C
82.6°F
Waves: 0.9m
Tropical
TueOct 6
28°C
82.4°F
Waves: 1m
Tropical
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at 石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach.
Confidence: High

石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in 石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach occurs inMay, June, July, August, September, October, November — peaking at29.1°C (84.4°F) in July.

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

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
20
Jan
20
Feb
21
Mar
23
Apr
26
May
28
Jun
29
Jul
29
Aug
Current
28
Sep
27
Oct
24
Nov
21
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January17.7°C20°C22°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
February15°C19.7°C22.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
March18.6°C21°C24°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
April20.7°C22.9°C25.8°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
May24.4°C26.3°C29.4°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
June25.3°C28.3°C30.8°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
July26.8°C29.1°C30.8°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
August26.9°C28.9°C30.8°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent26.2°C28.4°C30.4°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
October24.9°C27.1°C28.8°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
November22.1°C24.1°C26.5°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
December18.2°C21.3°C23.8°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)

Swimming FAQs for 石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach

Is the sea warm enough to swim in 石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach today?

Typical sea surface temperature in 石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach this time of year is 28.4°C (83.1°F) — classified as Tropical Warm (> 28°C). Very warm bath-like water. Zero chill, exceptional for relaxation and snorkeling. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in 石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach?

The highest water temperatures in 石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach typically occur duringMay, June, July, August, September, October, November, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in 石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in 石澳泳灘 Shek O Beach average around28.4°C (83.1°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 26.2°C and a maximum of 30.4°C.

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