Little River State Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around August at about 12.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Little River State Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Little River State Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Little River State Beach occurs inJuly, August, September, November — peaking at12.9°C (55.2°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 | 9.3°C | 10.9°C | 13°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 8.7°C | 10.5°C | 12.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 8.8°C | 10.6°C | 12.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 8.8°C | 10.9°C | 12.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 9.4°C | 11.3°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 9.7°C | 11.9°C | 13.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 10°C | 12.8°C | 16.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.9°C | 12.9°C | 15.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 9.5°C | 12.8°C | 16.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 9°C | 11.9°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.2°C | 12°C | 14.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 8.7°C | 11.2°C | 15.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Little River State Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Little River State Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Little River State Beach this time of year is 12.8°C (55°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 Little River State Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Little River State Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, November, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Little River State Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Little River State Beach average around12.8°C (55.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 9.5°C and a maximum of 16.3°C.