Northland, New Zealand
Fiji Sea34.45°S, 172.78°EStation NE-NOR-WHA

Whangākea Beach Sea Water Temperature

A mild beach on the Fiji Sea, warmest around February at about 20.7°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Whangākea Beach water temperature

15.6
60.1°FVery Cold (< 16°C)

Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.

+0°vs Sep avgFiji Sea34.45°S, 172.78°E
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
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Coastal Air
17°C
62.8°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
15.6°C
60.1°F
Waves: 1m
Very Cold
ThuOct 1
15.9°C
60.6°F
Waves: 0.9m
Very Cold
FriOct 2
16°C
60.8°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
SatOct 3
15.9°C
60.6°F
Waves: 0.6m
Very Cold
SunOct 4
15.6°C
60.1°F
Waves: 0.7m
Very Cold
MonOct 5
15.3°C
59.5°F
Waves: 0.9m
Very Cold
TueOct 6
15.2°C
59.4°F
Waves: 1m
Very Cold
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Whangākea Beach.
Confidence: High

Whangākea Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Whangākea Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at20.7°C (69.3°F) in February.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
20
Jan
21
Feb
21
Mar
20
Apr
19
May
17
Jun
16
Jul
16
Aug
Current
16
Sep
16
Oct
17
Nov
19
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January18°C19.5°C21.1°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
February19.4°C20.7°C22.5°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
March18.8°C20.5°C21.9°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
April18°C19.8°C21.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
May16.2°C18.5°C20.5°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
June15.9°C17°C17.9°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
July15.2°C16°C16.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
August14.2°C15.5°C16.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
SeptemberCurrent14.6°C15.6°C17°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
October14.7°C16°C17.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
November15.9°C17°C18.8°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
December16.6°C18.5°C20.2°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Swimming FAQs for Whangākea Beach

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Whangākea Beach today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Whangākea Beach this time of year is 15.6°C (60.1°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 Whangākea Beach?

The highest water temperatures in Whangākea Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Whangākea Beach in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Whangākea Beach average around15.6°C (60.1°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.6°C and a maximum of 17°C.

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