Mays Beach – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Mays Beach: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

❌ This is very cold water, causing an immediate cold shock response for most people. Swimming is not recommended without a wetsuit, and even with protection, time in the water should be limited. These temperatures are typically suited only to trained or well-prepared swimmers.

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

While water temperatures in Mays Beach declined overall during the past month, they have shown a noticeable rebound over the last week.

According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Mays Beach will be 11.9°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

Mays Beach sits on Tasmania’s south-east coast, looking out across the Tasman Sea, where the water is clear, cool, and strongly shaped by seasonal weather. Sea temperatures here follow the familiar east coast cycle. In summer, from December to February, the water usually reaches around 16–18 °C, which feels refreshing and swimmable on warm, settled days. Autumn brings a gradual cooling to about 14–16 °C, while winter is much colder, typically around 11–13 °C. During spring, the sea slowly warms again, generally sitting between 13–15 °C as daylight increases and conditions become more stable.