Massachusetts, United States
James Bay42.26°N, 70.97°WStation UN-MAS-POS

Post Island 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.

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Post Island Beach water temperature

17.6
63.7°FCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.

+0°vs Sep avgJames Bay42.26°N, 70.97°W
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
19°C
66.4°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
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Sunrise
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
17.6°C
63.7°F
Waves: 1m
Refreshing
ThuOct 1
17.9°C
64.2°F
Waves: 0.9m
Refreshing
FriOct 2
18°C
64.4°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
SatOct 3
17.9°C
64.2°F
Waves: 0.6m
Refreshing
SunOct 4
17.6°C
63.7°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
MonOct 5
17.3°C
63.1°F
Waves: 0.9m
Refreshing
TueOct 6
17.2°C
63°F
Waves: 1m
Refreshing
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Post Island Beach.
Confidence: High

Post Island Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Post Island Beach occurs inJune, July, August, September — peaking at19°C (66.2°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
6
Jan
4
Feb
4
Mar
6
Apr
11
May
15
Jun
18
Jul
19
Aug
Current
18
Sep
14
Oct
11
Nov
8
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January2.7°C5.5°C8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February2.3°C3.6°C5.3°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March1.4°C3.8°C6.3°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April4°C6.2°C9.1°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
May7.4°C10.5°C15.1°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
June12°C15.1°C18°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
July15.9°C18.4°C21.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
August16.5°C19°C21.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
SeptemberCurrent15.3°C17.6°C20.9°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
October10.6°C14.2°C17.1°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
November8.5°C10.7°C13.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
December5.6°C7.9°C10.3°CVery Cold (< 16°C)

Swimming FAQs for Post Island Beach

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Post Island Beach today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Post Island 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 Post Island Beach?

The highest water temperatures in Post Island Beach typically occur duringJune, July, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Post Island Beach in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Post Island Beach average around17.6°C (63.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 15.3°C and a maximum of 20.9°C.

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