Wales Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the James Bay, warmest around August at about 15.3°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Wales Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Wales Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Wales Beach occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at15.3°C (59.5°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 | 0.9°C | 4°C | 7.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | -0.9°C | 1.5°C | 4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | -0.7°C | 1.9°C | 4.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 1.5°C | 4.4°C | 7.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 6.1°C | 8.3°C | 12.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 8.2°C | 11.5°C | 14.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 9°C | 14.1°C | 16.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.3°C | 15.3°C | 18.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.9°C | 14.6°C | 17.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 9.8°C | 12.8°C | 14.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 6.9°C | 9.7°C | 12.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 3.9°C | 6.6°C | 9.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Wales Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Wales Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Wales Beach this time of year is 14.6°C (58.3°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 Wales Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Wales Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Wales Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Wales Beach average around14.6°C (58.3°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.9°C and a maximum of 17.7°C.