Waipātiki Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 20.1°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Waipātiki Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Waipātiki Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Waipātiki Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at20.1°C (68.2°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 | 17.4°C | 19.2°C | 21.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 18.3°C | 20.1°C | 21.7°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 17.2°C | 19.3°C | 20.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 16.5°C | 17.8°C | 19.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 15.2°C | 16.4°C | 17.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 13.2°C | 14.7°C | 15.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 11.9°C | 13.4°C | 14.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 11.4°C | 12.8°C | 13.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.9°C | 13.2°C | 14.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12.6°C | 14.4°C | 16.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 13.9°C | 15.8°C | 17.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 15.8°C | 17.9°C | 20°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Waipātiki Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Waipātiki Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Waipātiki Beach this time of year is 13.2°C (55.8°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 Waipātiki Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Waipātiki Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Waipātiki Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Waipātiki Beach average around13.2°C (55.8°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.9°C and a maximum of 14.4°C.