Higgins Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the James Bay, warmest around August at about 17.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Higgins Beach water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Higgins Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Higgins Beach occurs inJune, July, August, September — peaking at17.9°C (64.2°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 | 4°C | 5.7°C | 7.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 2.8°C | 4.2°C | 5.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 1.8°C | 3.8°C | 5.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 3.6°C | 5.6°C | 8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 6.6°C | 9°C | 14°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 9.3°C | 13.3°C | 16.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 14.1°C | 16.5°C | 19.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 15.7°C | 17.9°C | 20.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 13.4°C | 16.1°C | 17.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 9.5°C | 12.7°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 8.1°C | 9.8°C | 12.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 5.3°C | 7.6°C | 10.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Higgins Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Higgins Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Higgins Beach 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 Higgins Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Higgins Beach typically occur duringJune, July, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Higgins Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Higgins Beach average around16.1°C (61.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 13.4°C and a maximum of 17.9°C.