Bells Beach Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Fiji Sea, warmest around March at about 24°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Bells Beach water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Bells Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Bells Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April, December — peaking at24°C (75.2°F) in March.
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 | 21.8°C | 23.4°C | 24.9°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| February | 22.6°C | 23.9°C | 26°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 22.9°C | 24°C | 25.6°C | Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C) |
| April | 21.8°C | 23°C | 24.5°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| May | 20.7°C | 21.9°C | 23.3°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| June | 18.6°C | 20.6°C | 22°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| July | 17.6°C | 19.3°C | 21.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 17.7°C | 18.9°C | 20.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 17.4°C | 18.9°C | 19.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 18.4°C | 19.5°C | 20.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| November | 19.1°C | 20.9°C | 22.3°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| December | 20.2°C | 22.3°C | 23.9°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Bells Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Bells Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Bells Beach this time of year is 18.9°C (66°F) — classified as Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C). Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Bells Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Bells Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Bells Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Bells Beach average around18.9°C (66.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 17.4°C and a maximum of 19.9°C.