Hout Bay Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around January at about 18.6°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Hout Bay Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Hout Bay Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Hout Bay Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at18.6°C (65.5°F) in January.
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 | 14.7°C | 18.6°C | 21.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 12.8°C | 18.6°C | 22.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 14.4°C | 17.5°C | 23.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 11.9°C | 16.2°C | 19°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 13°C | 15.8°C | 18.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 14°C | 15.7°C | 17.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 13.6°C | 14.9°C | 16.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 13°C | 14.8°C | 15.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 13.8°C | 15.3°C | 16.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12.5°C | 15.7°C | 18.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 14.5°C | 16.9°C | 18.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| December | 15.3°C | 18°C | 22.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Hout Bay Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Hout Bay Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Hout Bay Beach this time of year is 15.3°C (59.5°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 Hout Bay Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Hout Bay Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Hout Bay Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Hout Bay Beach average around15.3°C (59.5°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 13.8°C and a maximum of 16.7°C.