Ward Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 16.6°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Ward Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Ward Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Ward Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at16.6°C (61.9°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 | 14°C | 15.7°C | 17.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 15.4°C | 16.6°C | 17.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 14°C | 15.7°C | 17.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 12.7°C | 14.4°C | 15.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 11.1°C | 13.1°C | 15.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 10.7°C | 11.7°C | 13.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 9.7°C | 10.9°C | 11.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 9.7°C | 10.6°C | 11.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 9.3°C | 11°C | 12.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10.4°C | 11.7°C | 13.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 11.4°C | 13.1°C | 15.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 12.8°C | 14.7°C | 16.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Ward Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Ward Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Ward Beach this time of year is 11°C (51.8°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 Ward Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Ward Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Ward Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Ward Beach average around11°C (51.8°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 9.3°C and a maximum of 12.9°C.