Akaroa Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 16.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Akaroa Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Akaroa Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Akaroa Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at16.9°C (62.4°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 | 14.5°C | 16.4°C | 19.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 15°C | 16.9°C | 19.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 14.4°C | 16.2°C | 18.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 13.4°C | 14.6°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 11.2°C | 12.9°C | 15.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 9.6°C | 11°C | 13.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 8.7°C | 10°C | 12.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 8.4°C | 9.6°C | 11°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 9.3°C | 10.5°C | 11.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 9.8°C | 11.7°C | 13.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 12.1°C | 13.7°C | 16.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 13.1°C | 15.2°C | 16.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Akaroa Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Akaroa Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Akaroa Beach this time of year is 10.5°C (50.9°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 Akaroa Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Akaroa Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Akaroa Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Akaroa Beach average around10.5°C (50.9°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 9.3°C and a maximum of 11.6°C.