The Spit — Sea temperature now
Long north-Gold-Coast beach.
Pleasant water with a light chop and a light breeze — good swimming conditions.
Location
The Spit on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.
7-day forecast
Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.
Monthly sea temperature averages
Typical year-round water temperature, based on regional climatology.
Best time to swim in The Spit
The sea in The Spit peaks in February, when the water averages around 28°C.
The main swimming season runs from January – December, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 12 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
The coldest month is typically July at around 22°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
The Spit sits in the Southern Hemisphere, so the warmest sea coincides with the December–February summer and the coolest with July–August.
The Spit sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for The Spit shows an annual mean sea temperature of 25°C, ranging from 22°C in winter to 28°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 6°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at The Spit, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
The Spit sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in The Spit?
February is the warmest month in The Spit, when the sea averages about 28°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in The Spit?
The coldest month in The Spit is typically July, when the water averages around 22°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in The Spit without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in The Spit runs from January – December — about 12 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in The Spit?
The Spit stays warm year-round, so most swimmers never need a wetsuit — a rash guard is usually enough for sun and wildlife protection.
What is the average sea temperature in The Spit?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in The Spit is about 25°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in The Spit?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in The Spit, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Year-round sea temperature
Best swim months: Jan – Feb – Mar – Apr – May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct – Nov – Dec
| Month | Sea | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27°C | Hot |
| Feb ⭐ | 28°C | Hot |
| Mar | 27°C | Hot |
| Apr | 26°C | Hot |
| May | 24°C | Warm |
| Jun | 23°C | Warm |
| Jul | 22°C | Warm |
| Aug | 22°C | Warm |
| Sep | 23°C | Warm |
| Oct | 25°C | Warm |
| Nov | 26°C | Hot |
| Dec | 27°C | Hot |