Cheltenham Beach Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Fiji Sea, warmest around February at about 21.4°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Cheltenham Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Cheltenham Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Cheltenham Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at21.4°C (70.5°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 | 17.5°C | 20.3°C | 23°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| February | 20.1°C | 21.4°C | 22.5°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 19.1°C | 20.9°C | 22.4°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| April | 17.6°C | 19.8°C | 21.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 17°C | 18°C | 19.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 15°C | 16.1°C | 17.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| July | 13.7°C | 14.6°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 13.2°C | 14.1°C | 14.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 13°C | 14.3°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 14.4°C | 15.6°C | 17.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 15.5°C | 17.3°C | 19°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| December | 16.9°C | 19.2°C | 21.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Cheltenham Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Cheltenham Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Cheltenham Beach this time of year is 14.3°C (57.7°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 Cheltenham Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Cheltenham Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Cheltenham Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Cheltenham Beach average around14.3°C (57.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 15.5°C.