Geraldton – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Geraldton: 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 Geraldton 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 Geraldton will be 24.7°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

Geraldton sits on Western Australia’s mid-west coast, facing the Indian Ocean with a lively foreshore and a mix of open beaches and sheltered bays. Water temperatures here are warmer than further south, making swimming attractive for much of the year. In summer, from December to February, the sea usually ranges between 22–25°C, often feeling comfortably warm rather than cool. Autumn remains pleasant at around 20–23°C, while winter brings a gentle cool-down to roughly 17–19°C, still suitable for regular swimming. Spring sees a steady warm-up again, generally sitting between 19–22°C as air temperatures climb.