Can you swim at Wharariki Beach in April? — 13.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · April
13.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 13.0°C in April 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 Wharariki Beach live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Wharariki Beach in April?
Wharariki Beach averages 13.0°C in April, based on long-run climatology for the Tasman Sea.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Wharariki Beach in April?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 13.0°C.
