Burleigh Heads – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Burleigh Heads: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

✅ Water in this range is comfortably warm and widely considered ideal for swimming. Most people can stay in the water for a long time without feeling cold. It works well for families, recreational swimming, and active water sports such as swimming, surfing, and paddleboarding.

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 Burleigh Headsfell over the past month, but have levelled out during the last week.

According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Burleigh Heads will be 24.1°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

Burleigh Heads sits on the central Gold Coast, facing the Coral Sea, and enjoys water temperatures that make ocean swimming appealing for most of the year. In summer, from around December to March, sea temperatures are typically between 24 and 26 °C, giving the water a warm, comfortable feel that suits regular swims and longer dips. During winter, usually June to August, temperatures ease back to about 20–22 °C, which can feel fresh on entry but is still pleasant on sunny, calm days. Spring and autumn often offer the best balance, with water temperatures commonly sitting around 22–24 °C and generally settled beach conditions.