Can you swim at Semaphore Beach in July? — 14.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · July
14.0°C
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 14.0°C in July 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 Semaphore Beach live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Semaphore Beach in July?
Semaphore Beach averages 14.0°C in July, based on long-run climatology for the Southern Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Semaphore Beach in July?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 14.0°C.
