January is a popular month to ask about Cape Woolamai because conditions can shift week to week along this coast. Expect the water near 19.0°C, with daily variation from wind, tides and recent storms. We refresh the live value from Open-Meteo Marine every hour, so the headline above always reflects the current state of the Bass Strait.
Cape Woolamai sea temperature in January — averages 19.0°C
The sea at Cape Woolamai in Australia averages 19.0°C during January, based on long-run climatology for the Bass Strait. Use the live reading below for today's actual water and the monthly grid to compare with the rest of the year.
Average sea · January
19.0°C
mild · Good
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
Shorty 2mm
At 19.0°C a 2mm shorty keeps surfers warm; lap swimmers can usually skip the neoprene.
Monthly comparison
Yes, but expect a fresh dip · Cape Woolamai
Can you swim at Cape Woolamai in June? — 13.0°C water13.0°CCan you swim at Cape Woolamai in July? — 12.0°C water12.0°CCan you swim at Cape Woolamai in August? — 12.0°C water12.0°CCan you swim at Cape Woolamai in September? — 13.0°C water13.0°CCan you swim at Cape Woolamai in October? — 14.0°C water14.0°CCan you swim at Cape Woolamai in November? — 16.0°C water16.0°C
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Cape Woolamai in January?
Cape Woolamai averages 19.0°C in January, based on long-run climatology for the Bass Strait.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Cape Woolamai in January?
It is swimmable but fresh; confident swimmers will be fine without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit at Cape Woolamai in January?
A 2 mm shorty is comfortable for sessions over 30 minutes.