Wellington Harbour water temperature
Wellington Harbour, Wellington Harbour at Baring Head Wave Buoy (North (A)) · River
The current water temperature at Wellington Harbour is 13.6 °C (as of October 14, 2026, source: NZ Regional Councils).
A river can change temperature within hours — snowmelt, rain or power-plant operations show up immediately. That is why the measured value counts here, not an estimate.
Measurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 1428 data points since August 15, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 10.4 °C on August 20, 2026 · highest value: 14.1 °C on October 12, 2026.
In October, temperatures have ranged between 12.6 °C and 14.1 °C.
The current value is 0.5 °C above the October average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: Wellington Harbour
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Wellington Harbour right now?
The current water temperature is 13.6 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Wellington Harbour?
Currently 13.6 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Wellington Harbour in October?
In October, the water temperature recently averaged 13.1 °C.
When is the water warmest at Wellington Harbour?
Across the measurement record, October is on average the warmest month (13.1 °C).
