Can you swim at Pismo Beach in February? — 12.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · February
12.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
5/4mm fullsuit + boots & gloves
cool
Cool. 12.0°C in February 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 Pismo Beach live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Pismo Beach in February?
Pismo Beach averages 12.0°C in February, based on long-run climatology for the Pacific Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Pismo Beach in February?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 12.0°C.
