Ocean Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the James Bay, warmest around August at about 21.7°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Ocean Beach water temperature
Pleasant and revitalizing. Great for most beachgoers and active recreational swimming.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Ocean Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Ocean Beach occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at21.7°C (71.1°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 | 2.5°C | 6°C | 8.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 1.7°C | 3.9°C | 6.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 1.2°C | 4.4°C | 8.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 3.9°C | 7°C | 11.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 9.1°C | 11.3°C | 16.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 11.8°C | 16.5°C | 20.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| July | 18.3°C | 20.5°C | 22.9°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| August | 19.8°C | 21.7°C | 24.2°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 18.2°C | 20.4°C | 22.7°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| October | 14.5°C | 17.4°C | 19.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| November | 10.6°C | 13.2°C | 16.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 6.7°C | 9.2°C | 11.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Ocean Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Ocean Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Ocean Beach this time of year is 20.4°C (68.7°F) — classified as Comfortable (20°C – 24°C). Pleasant and revitalizing. Great for most beachgoers and active recreational swimming. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Ocean Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Ocean Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Ocean Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Ocean Beach average around20.4°C (68.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 18.2°C and a maximum of 22.7°C.