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

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

Seaford is a coastal city in Australia. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 4654 people. The water temperature around Seaford varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 12.4°C (54.3°F) in August up to 18.9°C (66.1°F) in the month of January, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 15°C (60°F) and the best time for water activities is winter, since Seaford 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 Seaford?

The current water temperature in the month of January near Seaford is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in proximity to Seaford. The nearest one is 3-poles reef, which is only 1km (2.3miles) away from Seaford. Click here to check out more information on 3-poles reef and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Seaford are Gull rock, which is roughly 3.8km (2.3miles) away, and Myponga, located ca 13.6km (8.5miles) from Seaford.

Are there beaches near by?

No, not too many beaches are in close proximity to Seaford. A beach, which is not too far away, is Oreti Beach, which is 1616.2km (1003.9miles) away from Seaford. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also visit Tunnel Beach, approximately 1707km (1060.2miles) away from Seaford.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Seaford?

The water temperature around Seaford is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (66°F) in the months of December, January, and February. During this time, in the summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Seaford. Nevertheless, during late summer, water temperatures come down to approximately 12°C (54°F). During these months, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Seaford?

Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 12 to 17°C (54-63°F) during summer. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during winter when water temperatures go up to 14 to 19°C (57-66°F). Fish that can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Seaford: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

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