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

Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · September
13.0°C
Live water now
Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool

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 Gunnamatta Beach live page for full conditions.

Frequently asked questions

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

Gunnamatta Beach averages 13.0°C in September, based on long-run climatology for the Bass Strait.

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

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

Do I need a wetsuit at Gunnamatta Beach in September?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.