Can I swim at Vivonne Bay right now?

The sea at Vivonne Bay is currently 16.6°C — fresh swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Vivonne Bay next week?

Based on long-term July averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Vivonne Bay to sit close to 14.0°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Vivonne Bay?

January – February – March are typically the warmest months to swim at Vivonne Bay, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Vivonne Bay?

With water currently at 16.6°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

Australia

South Australia · Southern Ocean

Vivonne Bay

Wild Kangaroo-Island white-sand beach.

Fresh water with a big swell and a moderate breeze — fresh conditions — a wetsuit is recommended.

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Sea temperature now

16.6°Cmild

Poor

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

12.5°C

Wave height

4.4 m

Wind

22.1 km/h

UV index

0.7 UV index

Location

Vivonne Bay on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

3/2mm fullsuit

At 16.6°C a 3/2mm fullsuit is the standard wetsuit for surfing and watersports.

Surf & watersports

Spring/autumn conditions in temperate seas. A 3/2mm full wetsuit (3mm torso, 2mm limbs) is the most versatile thickness — warm enough for 2-hour sessions, flexible enough for paddling. Open-water swimmers should wear a triathlon-cut swim wetsuit.

Open-water swimming

A triathlon-style swim wetsuit keeps you warm for 45–60 minutes.

Recommendation tuned for Vivonne Bay's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Vivonne Bay today?

The sea is currently 16.6°C — poor swimming conditions. Acclimatised swimmers will be most comfortable.

Key takeaways

• Located in South Australia, Australia (Southern Ocean).
• Best suited to confident swimmers and watersports.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan20°C Feb21°C Mar20°C Apr18°C May17°C Jun15°C Jul14°C Aug14°C Sep15°C Oct16°C Nov17°C Dec19°C

14°C → 21°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: Jan – Feb – Mar

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	20°C	Pleasant
Feb ⭐	21°C	Pleasant
Mar	20°C	Pleasant
Apr	18°C	Pleasant
May	17°C	Bracing
Jun	15°C	Bracing
Jul	14°C	Bracing
Aug	14°C	Bracing
Sep	15°C	Bracing
Oct	16°C	Bracing
Nov	17°C	Bracing
Dec	19°C	Pleasant

Can you swim here? — Vivonne Bay