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Caroline Bay Beach beach in Timaru, Canterbury - Real-time ocean conditions and beach information on Salty

Caroline Bay Beach

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What is Caroline Bay Beach most known for?

Caroline Bay Beach is most known for its scenic pier.

Is Caroline Bay Beach kid-friendly?

Caroline Bay Beach may have limited amenities for young children. Check current conditions before your visit.

Is Caroline Bay Beach good for surfing?

While not primarily known for surfing, Caroline Bay Beach has 4.1ft waves today.

What is the best time of year to visit Caroline Bay Beach?

Summer months typically offer the warmest water and air temperatures. Shoulder seasons provide fewer crowds with pleasant conditions.

How are the crowds at Caroline Bay Beach?

Caroline Bay Beach tends to have fewer crowds due to limited amenities. Great for those seeking a quieter beach experience.

Is today a good day to swim at Caroline Bay Beach?

Swimming is possible with proper precautions. Current conditions: moderate water temperature (62°F, wetsuit recommended), large waves (4.1ft), experienced swimmers only, high UV index (8.7), sun protection essential.

Real-Time Beach Data

Salty delivers real-time intelligence across land amenities, air quality and weather, ocean conditions, and sun exposure.

🏖 LAND

Facilities & Restrooms

Restrooms: Yes
Accessible restrooms: Yes

Parking & Access

Parking: Yes
Free parking: Yes

Policies & Access

Wheelchair: Accessible
Accessibility: Yes

Special Features

Pier: Yes

💨 AIR

Air temp: 53°F
Wind: 2 mph
Air pressure: 995 hPa
Feels like: 53°F
Wind direction: N
PM 2.5: 7 µg/m³
Humidity: 91%
AQI: 22
PM 10: 10 µg/m³
Rainfall: 0 mm
Visibility: 15 mi
Dew point: 51°F
Conditions: Partly cloudy

💧 SEA

Water temp: 62°F
Wave height: 4.1 ft
Swell direction: SE
Wave period: 9 sec
Current velocity: 0.2 mph
Swell wave direction: SE

☀️ SUN

UV index: 8.7
Sunrise: 5:49 AM
Cloud cover: 82%
Sunset: 9:20 PM
Total daylight hours: 15.5 hrs

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