Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 15.6°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at15.6°C (60.1°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 | 13.2°C | 15.1°C | 18°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 14.1°C | 15.6°C | 19.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 13.4°C | 15.3°C | 17.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 12.2°C | 14.3°C | 16.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 11.4°C | 13.3°C | 15°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 10.6°C | 11.8°C | 13.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 10.1°C | 11.3°C | 12.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 9.8°C | 11°C | 12.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 10.3°C | 11.5°C | 12.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10.9°C | 12°C | 13.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 11.8°C | 13.4°C | 15.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 12.6°C | 14.4°C | 17.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach this time of year is 11.5°C (52.7°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 Kanawera / Mussel Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Te Kanawera / Mussel Beach average around11.5°C (52.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 10.3°C and a maximum of 12.7°C.