Can you swim at Bethells Beach in October? — 15.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · October
15.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
mild
Cool. 15.0°C in October 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 Bethells Beach live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Bethells Beach in October?
Bethells Beach averages 15.0°C in October, based on long-run climatology for the Tasman Sea.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Bethells Beach in October?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 15.0°C.
