Sunset Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around February at about 17.4°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Sunset Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Sunset Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Sunset Beach occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at17.4°C (63.3°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 | 13.7°C | 17.3°C | 21°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 12.9°C | 17.4°C | 21.1°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 13.8°C | 16.4°C | 22.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 11.1°C | 15°C | 18°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 11.8°C | 14.8°C | 17.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 13.8°C | 15.1°C | 17.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 13°C | 14.5°C | 15.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 12.6°C | 14.4°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 13.2°C | 14.9°C | 16.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12.3°C | 15.2°C | 18.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 13.3°C | 15.8°C | 17.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 13.6°C | 16.8°C | 22.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Sunset Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Sunset Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Sunset Beach this time of year is 14.9°C (58.8°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 Sunset Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Sunset Beach typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Sunset Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Sunset Beach average around14.9°C (58.8°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 13.2°C and a maximum of 16.5°C.