Orpheus Bay 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.
Orpheus Bay water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Orpheus Bay Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Orpheus Bay 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 Orpheus Bay
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Orpheus Bay today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Orpheus Bay 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 Orpheus Bay?
The highest water temperatures in Orpheus Bay typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Orpheus Bay in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Orpheus Bay average around14.4°C (57.9°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 12.9°C and a maximum of 15.5°C.