Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (53°F). June is too cold for swimming in Canterbury Region for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in June is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into July.
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No, June is too cold for swimming in Canterbury Region for any length of time, with the sea water at 12°C (53°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
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The average day light hours per day in Canterbury Region in June are 9.1. The sunshine percentage is 60% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.5 hours of sunshine per day.
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The days in June are slightly shorter than the previous month. June has fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop slightly into July. During June the average day light hours are 9.1 per day in Canterbury Region. The sunshine percentage is 60% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.5 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Canterbury Region in June is typically 1.3 during June. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Canterbury Region in June is 11.7°C (53.1°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in June is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into July.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
