Porters Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Tasman Sea, warmest around February at about 18.6°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Porters Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Porters Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Porters Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at18.6°C (65.5°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 | 14.4°C | 17.5°C | 21.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 16.4°C | 18.6°C | 21.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 15.5°C | 18.1°C | 20.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 14.7°C | 17.3°C | 19.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 14.3°C | 15.9°C | 18°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 12.8°C | 14.5°C | 16.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 12.2°C | 13.6°C | 15.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 12.1°C | 13°C | 14.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 12°C | 13.3°C | 14.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12.7°C | 13.8°C | 16°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 13.3°C | 15.2°C | 18.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 14.9°C | 16.8°C | 19°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Porters Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Porters Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Porters Beach this time of year is 13.3°C (55.9°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 Porters Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Porters Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Porters Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Porters Beach average around13.3°C (55.9°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 12°C and a maximum of 14.1°C.