Horseshoe Bay Beach – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Horseshoe Bay 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 Horseshoe Bay 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 Horseshoe Bay Beach will be 23.6°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

Horseshoe Bay Beach at South West Rocks, on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, sits in a naturally curved bay facing the Tasman Sea. Water temperatures here are fairly consistent with the wider region and are comfortable for swimming across much of the year. In summer, the sea usually warms to around 22–26 °C, creating ideal conditions for relaxed swims. Autumn sees a slight cooling, with temperatures typically between 20–23 °C. During winter, the water is cooler but still manageable, generally ranging from about 17–20 °C, while spring brings a gradual rise from around 18 °C back into the low twenties.