Can you swim at Birdlings Flat in December? — 14.0°C water

Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · December
14.0°C
Live water now
Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool

Cool. 14.0°C in December 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 Birdlings Flat live page for full conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Birdlings Flat in December?

Birdlings Flat averages 14.0°C in December, based on long-run climatology for the Tasman Sea.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Birdlings Flat in December?

Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 14.0°C.

Do I need a wetsuit at Birdlings Flat in December?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.