Can you swim at Capitola Beach in April? — 12.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · April
12.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
5/4mm fullsuit + boots & gloves
cool
Cool. 12.0°C in April 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 Capitola Beach live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Capitola Beach in April?
Capitola Beach averages 12.0°C in April, based on long-run climatology for the Pacific Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Capitola Beach in April?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 12.0°C.
