Maunganui Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around February at about 15.7°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Maunganui Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Maunganui Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Maunganui Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at15.7°C (60.3°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 | 11.7°C | 14.8°C | 18.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 13.6°C | 15.7°C | 17.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 13.3°C | 15.6°C | 17.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 13.8°C | 14.8°C | 16.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 13.1°C | 13.8°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 11.3°C | 12.8°C | 14.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 11°C | 12°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.1°C | 11.4°C | 12.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 10°C | 11.4°C | 12.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10.4°C | 11.6°C | 13°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.9°C | 12.5°C | 14.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 12.3°C | 14°C | 16.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Maunganui Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Maunganui Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Maunganui Beach this time of year is 11.4°C (52.5°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 Maunganui Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Maunganui Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Maunganui Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Maunganui Beach average around11.4°C (52.5°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 10°C and a maximum of 12.4°C.