Milford 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.
Milford Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Milford Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Milford 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 Milford Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Milford Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Milford 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 Milford Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Milford Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Milford Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Milford Beach average around14.3°C (57.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 15.5°C.