Can you swim at Costa Rei in January? — 14.0°C water

Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · January
14.0°C
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
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Cool. 14.0°C in January 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 Costa Rei live page for full conditions.

Best months to swim
June · July · August · September

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Costa Rei in January?

Costa Rei averages 14.0°C in January, based on long-run climatology for the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Costa Rei in January?

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

Do I need a wetsuit at Costa Rei in January?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.