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