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