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