Can you swim at Rabbit Island 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 Rabbit Island live page for full conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Rabbit Island in September?

Rabbit Island averages 13.0°C in September, based on long-run climatology for the Tasman Sea.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Rabbit Island in September?

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

Do I need a wetsuit at Rabbit Island in September?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.