Can you swim at Cooks Beach in September? — 13.0°C water

Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · September
13.0°C
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
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Cool. 13.0°C in September 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 Cooks Beach live page for full conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Cooks Beach in September?

Cooks Beach averages 13.0°C in September, based on long-run climatology for the Pacific Ocean.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Cooks Beach in September?

Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 13.0°C.

Do I need a wetsuit at Cooks Beach in September?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.