Kairakau – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Kairakau: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

⚠️ This is cool water that may feel brisk on entry. Swimming is usually limited to short sessions, and prolonged stays can become uncomfortable without thermal protection. Many swimmers choose a wetsuit, especially for surfing or open-water swimming.

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 Kairakau 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 Kairakau will be 15.2°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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25°C

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Annual Water Temperature Trend

Kairakau is a quiet coastal settlement on the southern edge of Hawke’s Bay, facing the open Pacific Ocean. Sea temperatures here follow the typical east coast cycle. In winter, from June to August, the water generally ranges between 13–15°C, which feels bracing and cold for most swimmers without a wetsuit. Through spring it gradually warms to around 15–17°C. Summer, from December to March, is the most comfortable period, with sea temperatures commonly sitting between 19–22°C during settled weather. Early autumn often remains pleasant, with the ocean still around 18–20°C before steadily cooling as winter approaches.