Sunshine Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around September at about 13.2°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Sunshine Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Sunshine Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Sunshine Beach occurs inAugust, September, October, November — peaking at13.2°C (55.8°F) in September.
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 | 10.2°C | 11.5°C | 12.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 9.1°C | 11.4°C | 14°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 9.3°C | 11.3°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 8.9°C | 10.6°C | 12.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 8.1°C | 10.5°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 9.2°C | 11.3°C | 13°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 9.3°C | 12.1°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.5°C | 12.7°C | 15°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 10.8°C | 13.2°C | 17.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10.6°C | 12.9°C | 16°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.4°C | 12.7°C | 15.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 10.4°C | 12.1°C | 15.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Sunshine Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Sunshine Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Sunshine Beach this time of year is 13.2°C (55.8°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 Sunshine Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Sunshine Beach typically occur duringAugust, September, October, November, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Sunshine Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Sunshine Beach average around13.2°C (55.8°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 10.8°C and a maximum of 17.4°C.