Whites Beach Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 20.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Whites Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Whites Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Whites 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 | 17.7°C | 20.2°C | 22.8°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| February | 19.9°C | 20.9°C | 22.2°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 18.7°C | 20.4°C | 22.1°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| April | 17.4°C | 19.3°C | 21.1°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 16.5°C | 17.7°C | 19.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 14.9°C | 16°C | 17.5°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°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 13.1°C | 14.5°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 14.3°C | 15.5°C | 17.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 15.4°C | 17°C | 18.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| December | 16.7°C | 18.9°C | 21.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Whites Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Whites Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Whites 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 Whites Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Whites Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Whites Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Whites Beach average around14.5°C (58.1°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 13.1°C and a maximum of 15.5°C.