South Milton Sands Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Celtic Sea, warmest around August at about 16.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
South Milton Sands water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
South Milton Sands Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in South Milton Sands occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at16.9°C (62.4°F) in August.
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 | 9.1°C | 10.8°C | 12°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 8.4°C | 10°C | 11.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 8.2°C | 9.6°C | 10.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 9.1°C | 10.3°C | 11.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 9.9°C | 11.8°C | 14.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 11.5°C | 14.3°C | 16.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 13.3°C | 16.2°C | 19°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 15.7°C | 16.9°C | 20.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.7°C | 16.1°C | 17.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 13.7°C | 15.1°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.8°C | 13.5°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 10.5°C | 11.9°C | 13.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for South Milton Sands
Is the sea warm enough to swim in South Milton Sands today?
Typical sea surface temperature in South Milton Sands this time of year is 16.1°C (61°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 South Milton Sands?
The highest water temperatures in South Milton Sands typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in South Milton Sands in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in South Milton Sands average around16.1°C (61.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.7°C and a maximum of 17.3°C.