Burgess Beach – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Burgess Beach: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

⚠️ Water in this range feels cool but still manageable for many swimmers. Short to moderate swims are comfortable, especially in warm weather. Some people may prefer a wetsuit for longer stays, particularly when swimming actively or outside peak summer conditions.

It’s important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in settled weather. When air temperatures drop below 20°C — and sometimes even below 25°C — swimming can feel uncomfortable, even when water temperatures are relatively high.

Water Temperature Over the Last 30 Days

Water temperatures in Burgess Beach have been gradually cooling over the past month, with a further drop recorded during the last week.

According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Burgess Beach will be 20.3°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.

Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data

Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month

Monthly Water Temp Ranges

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Annual Water Temperature Trend

Burgess Beach, just south of the main Forster area on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, faces the open Tasman Sea and experiences clear seasonal changes in water temperature. In summer, the ocean is at its warmest, usually sitting around 22–26 °C, which makes the water comfortable for longer swims. Autumn brings a gradual cool-down to roughly 20–23 °C, still pleasant for most people. Winter is cooler but not extreme, with sea temperatures generally between 17–20 °C, while spring sees a steady warm-up from about 18 °C into the low twenties as calmer weather returns.