Scarborough 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.
Scarborough Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Scarborough Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Scarborough 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 Scarborough Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Scarborough Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Scarborough 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 Scarborough Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Scarborough Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Scarborough Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Scarborough Beach average around15.3°C (59.5°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 13.8°C and a maximum of 16.7°C.