Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Kiama, Australia

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

Kiama is a coastal city in Australia. It is a rather small-sized town close to the water with a population of 12286 people. The water temperature around Kiama varies slightly during the year. The temperature ranges from 16.4°C (61.5°F) in August up to 23°C (73.4°F) in the month of March, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 20°C (67°F) and the best time for water activities is early spring, since Kiama 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 near Kiama?

The current water temperature in the month of October near Kiama is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Kiama?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Kiama. The nearest one is Bombo, which is just 0.8km (0.6miles) away from Kiama. Click here to check out more information on Bombo and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Kiama are Kendalls Beach, which is ca 0.9km (0.6miles) away, and Boneyard, located ca 1.5km (0.9miles) from Kiama.

Are there white sand beaches near by?

Not too many beaches are close to Kiama. The next good beach is Oreti Beach, which is more than 1160.4km (720.7miles) away from Kiama. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Tunnel Beach, which is approximately 1221.9km (758.9miles) away from Kiama.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Kiama?

The sea temperature around Kiama is warm, reaching up to 23°C (73°F) in the months of February, March, and April. During this time, in the early fall, a 1mm wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required for most people, but some might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Kiama. Nevertheless, during July, August, and September, temperatures come down to roughly 16°C (62°F). During this season, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to be in the water for several hours, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the diving and fishing close to Kiama?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 16 to 21°C (62-71°F) during July, August, and September. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during February, March, and April when temperatures range from 18 to 23°C (64-73°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Kiama: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Kiama...

Do you know what the the city Lala in the Philippines, the island Sotra in the Norway, and the city Maemutip in the Indonesia have in common with Kiama? Click on the links to find out...