New Brighton Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 17.1°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
New Brighton Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
New Brighton Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in New Brighton Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at17.1°C (62.8°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 | 15.2°C | 16.7°C | 19.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 15.1°C | 17.1°C | 19.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 14.9°C | 16.6°C | 18.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 13.6°C | 14.9°C | 16.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 11.7°C | 13°C | 15.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 9.1°C | 10.8°C | 13.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 8.3°C | 9.5°C | 11.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 8°C | 9.2°C | 10.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 8.9°C | 10.3°C | 11.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 9.7°C | 11.8°C | 14°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 11.7°C | 14°C | 16.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 14.1°C | 15.5°C | 16.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for New Brighton Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in New Brighton Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in New Brighton Beach this time of year is 10.3°C (50.5°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 New Brighton Beach?
The highest water temperatures in New Brighton Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in New Brighton Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in New Brighton Beach average around10.3°C (50.5°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 8.9°C and a maximum of 11.4°C.