Month-specific sea-surface temperature · South Africa

Sodwana Bay Sea Temperature in November

24.5°C

76.1°F

In November, sea-surface temperature near Sodwana Bay has a historical monthly average of 24.5°C. This is not the reading for any particular holiday date.

Across 2023–2025, the lowest and highest yearly November monthly means were 24.2–24.8°C. These are not daily extremes.

Previous month

October · 23.0°C

Change into November: +1.5°C

Next month

December · 26.0°C

Change into next month: +1.5°C

Can you swim or snorkel in Sodwana Bay in November?

At 24.5°C our temperature-only guide describes the water as mild water. Comfort depends on your cold tolerance, immersion time and wind. A historical average cannot determine whether conditions are safe on any given day.

Do you need a wetsuit?

A rash guard is useful; cold-sensitive snorkelers may prefer a shorty wetsuit.

Which beach should you choose?

Look for a beach sheltered from the actual forecast waves and wind on your visit. Exposure, currents and entry conditions vary even where water temperatures are similar. Follow local warnings.

Check the current waves, wind and snorkeling forecast →

A live forecast does not predict a future November. Check again close to your trip.

Sodwana Bay Sea Temperature: All 12 Months

Choose a month for available historical evidence, month comparisons and swim guidance. Missing history is clearly marked and never presented as a long-term normal.

January 27.0°C February 27.4°C March 27.5°C April 26.3°C May 25.1°C June 23.6°C July 23.0°C August 22.6°C September 22.8°C October 23.0°C November 24.5°C December 26.0°C

Data source and limitations

Source: Open-Meteo Marine API, MeteoFrance sea-surface temperature; 2023–2025. Marine model grid near -27.54, 32.68. Based on 3 yearly monthly means and 2160 recorded samples. Source methodology.

Modelled sea-surface temperatures do not establish underwater visibility, wildlife, calm currents or safe entry.