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