McKinley Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the James Bay, warmest around August at about 21.2°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
McKinley Beach water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
McKinley Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in McKinley Beach occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at21.2°C (70.2°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 | 1.4°C | 3.8°C | 5.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 0°C | 2.4°C | 4.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 0.4°C | 2.2°C | 4.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 1.4°C | 3.4°C | 5.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 0°C | 5.9°C | 11.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 1.8°C | 12.7°C | 18.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 15.3°C | 19.4°C | 23°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 17.8°C | 21.2°C | 24°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.8°C | 18.9°C | 21.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 9.1°C | 13.8°C | 19.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 5.2°C | 8.5°C | 13.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 3.1°C | 5.4°C | 7.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for McKinley Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in McKinley Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in McKinley Beach this time of year is 18.9°C (66°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 McKinley Beach?
The highest water temperatures in McKinley Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in McKinley Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in McKinley Beach average around18.9°C (66.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.8°C and a maximum of 21.9°C.