Runaway Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the South Atlantic Ocean, warmest around February at about 18.8°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Runaway Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Runaway Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Runaway Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, April — peaking at18.8°C (65.8°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 | 15.4°C | 18°C | 20.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 16.9°C | 18.8°C | 20.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 17.5°C | 18.7°C | 20.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 16.5°C | 17.8°C | 19.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 14.7°C | 16.2°C | 17.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 12.8°C | 14.8°C | 16.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 12.6°C | 13.9°C | 15.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 11.5°C | 13.5°C | 14.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 12°C | 13.4°C | 14.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12.8°C | 13.9°C | 15.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 13.2°C | 14.8°C | 16.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 14.8°C | 16.6°C | 19.1°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Runaway Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Runaway Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Runaway Beach this time of year is 13.4°C (56.1°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 Runaway Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Runaway Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Runaway Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Runaway Beach average around13.4°C (56.1°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 12°C and a maximum of 14.3°C.