Aotea / Shelly Beach Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Fiji Sea, warmest around February at about 20.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Aotea / Shelly Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Aotea / Shelly Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Aotea / Shelly Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at20.9°C (69.6°F) in February.
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 | 17.8°C | 20.2°C | 22.6°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| February | 19.6°C | 20.9°C | 22.5°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 18.7°C | 20.3°C | 22°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| April | 17.5°C | 19.3°C | 21.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 16.4°C | 17.7°C | 19.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 14.7°C | 16°C | 17.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| July | 13.7°C | 14.7°C | 16°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 13.5°C | 14.3°C | 15.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 13.2°C | 14.5°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 14.4°C | 15.6°C | 17.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 15.4°C | 17.1°C | 18.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| December | 16.7°C | 18.9°C | 21.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Aotea / Shelly Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Aotea / Shelly Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Aotea / Shelly Beach this time of year is 14.5°C (58.1°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 Aotea / Shelly Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Aotea / Shelly Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Aotea / Shelly Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Aotea / Shelly Beach average around14.5°C (58.1°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 13.2°C and a maximum of 15.5°C.