Te Ākau / Black Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 19.2°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Te Ākau / Black Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Te Ākau / Black Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Te Ākau / Black Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at19.2°C (66.6°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 | 16.1°C | 18.1°C | 21.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 17.6°C | 19.2°C | 20.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 16.3°C | 18.3°C | 20.1°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 15.3°C | 17°C | 19.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 14.5°C | 15.7°C | 18°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 13°C | 14.1°C | 16°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 11.7°C | 12.9°C | 14.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 11.7°C | 12.5°C | 13.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 12.1°C | 13°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12.8°C | 13.9°C | 15.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 14.2°C | 15.4°C | 17.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 15.3°C | 17.1°C | 19.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Te Ākau / Black Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Te Ākau / Black Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Te Ākau / Black Beach this time of year is 13°C (55.4°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 Te Ākau / Black Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Te Ākau / Black Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Te Ākau / Black Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Te Ākau / Black Beach average around13°C (55.4°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 12.1°C and a maximum of 13.8°C.