Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach) Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around January at about 21.5°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach) water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach) Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach) occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at21.5°C (70.7°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 | 18.2°C | 21.5°C | 24.3°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| February | 17.5°C | 21.2°C | 23.7°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| March | 17.2°C | 20.6°C | 22.9°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| April | 15°C | 18.1°C | 20.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| May | 14.4°C | 17°C | 19.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 14.6°C | 16.6°C | 18.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| July | 14.7°C | 15.9°C | 17.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 14.7°C | 15.9°C | 18.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 15.1°C | 16.6°C | 19.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 14.4°C | 17.3°C | 18.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| November | 16.2°C | 18.7°C | 20.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| December | 16.2°C | 20.3°C | 23.1°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach)
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach) today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach) this time of year is 16.6°C (61.9°F) — classified as Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C). Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach)?
The highest water temperatures in Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach) typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach) in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Madiba Beach (former Santos Beach) average around16.6°C (61.9°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 15.1°C and a maximum of 19.3°C.