Can you swim at Kaka Point in December? — 14.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · December
14.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 14.0°C in December 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 Kaka Point live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Kaka Point in December?
Kaka Point averages 14.0°C in December, based on long-run climatology for the Tasman Sea.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Kaka Point in December?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 14.0°C.
