Heron Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the James Bay, warmest around August at about 19°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Heron Beach water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Heron Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Heron Beach occurs inJune, July, August, September — peaking at19°C (66.2°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 | 2.7°C | 5.5°C | 8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 2.3°C | 3.6°C | 5.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 1.4°C | 3.8°C | 6.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 4°C | 6.2°C | 9.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 7.4°C | 10.5°C | 15.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 12°C | 15.1°C | 18°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 15.9°C | 18.4°C | 21.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 16.5°C | 19°C | 21.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 15.3°C | 17.6°C | 20.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 10.6°C | 14.2°C | 17.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 8.5°C | 10.7°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 5.6°C | 7.9°C | 10.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Heron Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Heron Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Heron Beach this time of year is 17.6°C (63.7°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 Heron Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Heron Beach typically occur duringJune, July, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Heron Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Heron Beach average around17.6°C (63.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 15.3°C and a maximum of 20.9°C.