Can you swim at Mount Lavinia Beach in January? — 15.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · January
15.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
mild
Cool. 15.0°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 Mount Lavinia Beach live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
June · July · August · September
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Mount Lavinia Beach in January?
Mount Lavinia Beach averages 15.0°C in January, based on long-run climatology for the Indian Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Mount Lavinia Beach in January?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 15.0°C.
Do I need a wetsuit at Mount Lavinia Beach in January?
