Can you swim at Sandringham Beach in May? — 15.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · May
15.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
mild
Cool. 15.0°C in May 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 Sandringham Beach live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Sandringham Beach in May?
Sandringham Beach averages 15.0°C in May, based on long-run climatology for the Bass Strait.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Sandringham Beach in May?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 15.0°C.
