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