Orongo Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around February at about 19.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Orongo Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Orongo Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Orongo Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at19.9°C (67.8°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 | 17.1°C | 19°C | 21.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 18.2°C | 19.9°C | 21.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 17.3°C | 19.4°C | 20.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 16.6°C | 18.1°C | 20°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 15.5°C | 16.6°C | 17.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 14°C | 15.2°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 12.5°C | 14°C | 14.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 11.9°C | 13.3°C | 13.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 12.2°C | 13.6°C | 14.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 13.2°C | 14.4°C | 16.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 14°C | 15.8°C | 17°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 16°C | 17.8°C | 19.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Orongo Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Orongo Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Orongo Beach this time of year is 13.6°C (56.5°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 Orongo Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Orongo Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Orongo Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Orongo Beach average around13.6°C (56.5°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 12.2°C and a maximum of 14.9°C.