Curl Curl – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Curl Curl: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

✅ This water feels mild to warm and is comfortable for the majority of swimmers. Swimming is enjoyable, though longer stays may feel cooler for some people, especially in windy conditions. These temperatures are well suited to family outings and active swimming, particularly on warm days.

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

While water temperatures in Curl Curl declined overall during the past month, they have shown a noticeable rebound over the last week.

According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Curl Curl will be 23.2°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

Curl Curl, on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, faces the open Tasman Sea and has water temperatures that follow a familiar seasonal rhythm. In summer, the ocean is at its warmest, usually sitting around 22–26 °C, which feels comfortable for long swims and regular dips. Autumn brings a gradual cool-down to roughly 20–23 °C, still pleasant for most swimmers. Winter is cooler but far from extreme, with sea temperatures generally between 16–20 °C, while spring sees a steady warm-up from about 18 °C into the low twenties as weather and sea conditions settle.