Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Bayleys Beach, New Zealand

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Bayleys Beach...

Bayleys Beach is a beach in New Zealand. The water temperature around Bayleys Beach has moderate variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 14.5°C (58.2°F) in August up to 21.3°C (70.3°F) in the month of March, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (64°F) and the best time for water activities is early spring, since Bayleys Beach is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Bayleys Beach?

The current water temperature in the month of September at Bayleys Beach is ca:

Are there surf spots located close to Bayleys Beach?

There are not many surf spots close to Bayleys Beach. The next good one is Pataua, which is 46.5km (29.1miles) away from Bayleys Beach. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Pataua and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Bayleys Beach are Ocean Beach, which is ca 46.9km (29.1miles) away, and Mangawhai Heads, located 49km (30.4miles) from Bayleys Beach.

Are there any other gorgeous beaches near Bayleys Beach?

There are not too many beaches near to Bayleys Beach. One beach, which is not too far away, is Whangarei Heads, which is just 43.4km (26.9miles) away from Bayleys Beach. Another nice beach near Bayleys Beach is Matapouri, roughly 50.1km (31.1miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Bayleys Beach?

The sea temperature at Bayleys Beach is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (70°F) in the months of February, March, and April. During this time, in the early fall, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during late summer, water temperatures reach lows of roughly 15°C (58°F). In this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing close to Bayleys Beach?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (58-67°F) during summer. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. The conditions normally change during February, March, and April when water temperatures range from 16 to 21°C (61-70°F). Fish that like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Bayleys Beach: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Bayleys Beach...

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