Church Rock – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Church Rock: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

⚠️ Water at this temperature feels cold and is generally suitable only for brief immersion. Swimming without a wetsuit can quickly become uncomfortable, and exposure time is usually short. These conditions are mainly suitable for experienced swimmers or those using proper thermal gear.

It’s important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in settled weather. When air temperatures drop below 20°C — and sometimes even below 25°C — swimming can feel uncomfortable, even when water temperatures are relatively high.

Water Temperature Over the Last 30 Days

Water temperatures in Church Rock have been gradually cooling over the past month, with a further drop recorded during the last week.

According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Church Rock will be 14.4°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.

Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data

Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month

Monthly Water Temp Ranges

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Annual Water Temperature Trend

Church Rock sits along Tasmania’s rugged west coast, where the Indian Ocean drives a cool, powerful marine environment through every season. Water temperatures here are among the coldest in the state. In summer, from December to February, the sea typically reaches about 14–16 °C, which remains brisk even on warm days. Autumn brings a slight cooling to around 13–15 °C, while winter is notably cold, commonly sitting near 10–12 °C. Spring sees only a modest warm-up, with temperatures usually between 11–13 °C, and frequent weather changes can make the water feel colder than the numbers suggest.