Hills Beach Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 21°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Hills Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Hills Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Hills Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at21°C (69.8°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 | 23°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| February | 20°C | 21°C | 22.6°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 18.8°C | 20.3°C | 22.2°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| April | 17°C | 19.1°C | 20.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 16.2°C | 17.5°C | 19.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 14.6°C | 15.7°C | 17.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 13.4°C | 14.4°C | 15.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 13.3°C | 14.1°C | 14.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 12.9°C | 14.4°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 14°C | 15.5°C | 17.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 15.2°C | 17.1°C | 19.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| December | 16.8°C | 19°C | 21.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Hills Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Hills Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Hills Beach this time of year is 14.4°C (57.9°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 Hills Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Hills Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Hills Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Hills Beach average around14.4°C (57.9°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 12.9°C and a maximum of 15.5°C.