Dreamtime Beach – current water temperature and swimming conditions
This page shows the current water temperature at Dreamtime Beach in New South Wales. You can view recent sea temperature trends on a 30-day chart, check typical monthly water temperature ranges, and compare today’s reading with historical averages for this date. The page also includes a 7-day water temperature forecast, nearby beaches with similar conditions, local weather information, and a summary of swimming conditions to help you assess how suitable the water is for swimming.
Current Sea Water Temperature
The average sea water temperature today in Dreamtime Beach is about 24°C.
Water Temperature in Dreamtime Beach: 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 Dreamtime Beachfell over the past month, but have levelled out during the last week.
According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Dreamtime Beach will be 24.8°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12 | 25.2°C | 26.0°C | |
| Mar 13 | 25.1°C | 25.5°C | |
| Mar 14 | 23.6°C | 25.5°C | |
| Mar 15 | 25.3°C | 25.3°C | |
| Mar 16 | 23.7°C | 25.3°C | |
| Mar 17 | 23.7°C | 25.8°C | |
| Mar 18 | 23.7°C | 25.0°C | |
| Mar 19 | 23.7°C | 25.3°C | |
| Mar 20 | 23.6°C | 25.3°C | 23.6°C |
| Mar 21 | 26.5°C | 23.8°C | |
| Mar 22 | 26.3°C | 23.9°C | |
| Mar 23 | 26.0°C | 24.1°C | |
| Mar 24 | 25.5°C | 24.3°C | |
| Mar 25 | 25.5°C | 24.5°C | |
| Mar 26 | 25.3°C | 24.6°C | |
| Mar 27 | 25.5°C | 24.8°C |
* Current - Actual water temperature value
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in recent years
*** Forecast - Our water temperature forecast
Actual near-shore water temperatures in Dreamtime Beach can vary by several degrees from the values shown, particularly after heavy rain, strong southerlies, or prolonged windy conditions. Certain wind patterns can trigger upwelling, where cooler, deeper water is pushed to the surface and replaces the warmer top layer, leading to noticeable short-term changes in water temperature.
Our water temperature forecast is produced using a proprietary mathematical model that combines real-time measurements with long-term historical patterns, local weather conditions, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each coastal region. To improve accuracy, we cross-check data from nearby locations and use multiple sources, including offshore buoys, satellite-based sea surface maps, and observations provided by local authorities.
Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month
Monthly Water Temp Ranges
Annual Water Temperature Trend
Dreamtime Beach lies just south of the Queensland border on the far north coast of New South Wales, facing the Coral Sea and benefiting from a warm, subtropical marine climate. Water temperatures here stay relatively inviting across most of the year. In summer, the ocean commonly sits between 25–27 °C, making swimming comfortable even for extended periods. Autumn usually keeps that warmth, with temperatures around 23–25 °C and often calmer conditions between weather changes. Spring starts cooler at roughly 21–23 °C before warming steadily as summer approaches. Winter is the coolest season, but the sea rarely drops below about 19–21 °C, which many swimmers still find manageable on clear, sunny days.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 26°C | 28°C |
| February | 25°C | 27°C | 29°C |
| March | 24°C | 26°C | 29°C |
| April | 23°C | 25°C | 28°C |
| May | 20°C | 23°C | 26°C |
| June | 19°C | 22°C | 25°C |
| July | 19°C | 21°C | 23°C |
| August | 18°C | 21°C | 23°C |
| September | 18°C | 21°C | 23°C |
| October | 19°C | 22°C | 26°C |
| November | 21°C | 23°C | 26°C |
| December | 22°C | 25°C | 27°C |
* Click on a month to view detailed water temperature data.
Dreamtime Beach: Weather Forecast
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Local Water Conditions and Nearby Spots
Nearby Beaches and Water Temperatures
Dreamtime Beach
Fingal Head Beach
Kingscliff Beach
Duranbah Beach
Letitia Beach
Snapper Rocks
Kirra Beach
Greenmount Beach
Froggy Beach
Swimming Conditions
Swimming is allowed at Dreamtime Beach, but conditions can vary due to its exposed coastline. The beach can experience strong surf and shifting currents, so it tends to suit confident swimmers who are used to reading ocean conditions. On quieter days, swimming can be very enjoyable, with clear water and consistent temperatures typical of this stretch of coast. There are also more sheltered spots near the headlands where the water can feel slightly calmer. Overall, Dreamtime Beach offers reliable, warm water for much of the year, with swimming best enjoyed when the sea is settled and conditions are carefully assessed.
🏄♀️ Nearby Surf Spots and Water Temperatures
Dreamtime
Fingal Point and Beach
Tweed River Breakwall
Duranbah
Greenmount
Rainbow Bay
Snapper Rocks
Kirra
Tugun
Location, Type and Nearby Places
Address: Fingal Head NSW 2487, Australia
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