Ettalong Beach – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Ettalong 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 Ettalong 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 Ettalong Beach will be 19.4°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

Ettalong Beach sits on the southern end of the Central Coast of New South Wales, tucked inside Broken Bay and influenced by the Tasman Sea beyond. Water temperatures here tend to be slightly warmer and more stable than along fully exposed ocean beaches. In summer, the water is usually around 22–26 °C, and can feel pleasantly warm on calm days. Autumn brings a gentle cooling to roughly 20–23 °C. Winter is cooler but still comfortable for many swimmers, with temperatures generally between 16–20 °C, while spring sees a steady warm-up from about 18 °C into the low twenties as the weather settles.