Can you swim at Bay of Fires in August? — 15.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · August
15.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
mild
Cool. 15.0°C in August means short dips for most people. A 2 mm shorty or 3/2 mm wetsuit transforms the experience.
Monthly averages set expectations, but the specific beach today depends on wind, swell and recent weather. Check the live value at the top of this page or open the Bay of Fires live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
January · February · December
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Bay of Fires in August?
Bay of Fires averages 15.0°C in August, based on long-run climatology for the Tasman Sea.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Bay of Fires in August?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 15.0°C.
