West Ruggedy Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 15.1°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
West Ruggedy Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
West Ruggedy Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in West Ruggedy Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at15.1°C (59.2°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 | 12.4°C | 14.5°C | 17.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 13.7°C | 15.1°C | 18.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 13.4°C | 14.9°C | 17.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 12.3°C | 14.2°C | 16.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 11.5°C | 13.3°C | 15.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 10.7°C | 12°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 10.3°C | 11.5°C | 13.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 9.7°C | 11.3°C | 12.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 10.7°C | 11.6°C | 12.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10.9°C | 11.9°C | 12.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 11.5°C | 13°C | 14.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 12.6°C | 13.9°C | 16.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for West Ruggedy Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in West Ruggedy Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in West Ruggedy Beach this time of year is 11.6°C (52.9°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 West Ruggedy Beach?
The highest water temperatures in West Ruggedy Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in West Ruggedy Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in West Ruggedy Beach average around11.6°C (52.9°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 10.7°C and a maximum of 12.4°C.