Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Brighton, New Zealand

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Brighton...

Brighton is a surf spot in New Zealand. The water temperature around Brighton has slight variability year round. The temperature ranges from 7.9°C (46.1°F) in October up to 14.6°C (58.3°F) in the month of February, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 10°C (51°F) and the best time for water activities is late winter, since Brighton 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 Brighton?

The current water temperature in the month of March at Brighton is ca:

Are there any other surf spots near by?

Yes, there are other surf spots in close proximity to Brighton. The nearest one is Brighton Beach, which is only 0.4km (0.3miles) away from Brighton. Click here for directions and for more information on Brighton Beach and its water temperature. Another good surfspot near Brighton is Blackhead, which is roughly 4.4km (2.7miles) away.

Are there sandy beaches close by?

There are a few gorgeous beaches in proximity to Brighton. The closest one is Tunnel Beach, which is only 6.1km (3.8miles) away from Brighton. Another beach near Brighton is St Clair and St Kilda Beaches, which is ca 9km (5.6miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for Brighton?

The sea temperature at Brighton is pretty cold, reaching up to 15°C (58°F) in the months of January, February, and March. During this time, in the late summer, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Brighton. However, during , temperatures drop down to approximately 8°C (46°F). In this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing near Brighton?

Due to significant water temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 8 to 13°C (46-55°F) during . Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during January, February, and March when temperatures reach 10 to 15°C (49-58°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Brighton: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Brighton...

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