Matawhenua Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around February at about 15.5°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Matawhenua water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Matawhenua Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Matawhenua occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at15.5°C (59.9°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 | 12.3°C | 14.7°C | 17.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 13.3°C | 15.5°C | 17.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 13.2°C | 15.4°C | 16.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 13.9°C | 14.8°C | 15.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 12.9°C | 13.8°C | 15.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 11.4°C | 12.7°C | 14.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 11.1°C | 12°C | 13.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.1°C | 11.3°C | 12.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 9.9°C | 11.2°C | 12.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10.3°C | 11.5°C | 13°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.9°C | 12.4°C | 14°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 12.3°C | 13.8°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Matawhenua
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Matawhenua today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Matawhenua this time of year is 11.2°C (52.2°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 Matawhenua?
The highest water temperatures in Matawhenua typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Matawhenua in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Matawhenua average around11.2°C (52.2°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 9.9°C and a maximum of 12.4°C.