Killcare – current water temperature and swimming conditions
This page shows the current water temperature at Killcare 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 Killcare is about 23°C.
Water Temperature in Killcare: 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
While water temperatures in Killcare declined overall during the past month, they have shown a noticeable rebound over the last week.
According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Killcare will be 22.3°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 | 23.1°C | 23.0°C | |
| Mar 13 | 23.1°C | 23.3°C | |
| Mar 14 | 22.8°C | 23.3°C | |
| Mar 15 | 22.8°C | 23.0°C | |
| Mar 16 | 22.3°C | 23.8°C | |
| Mar 17 | 22.8°C | 23.5°C | |
| Mar 18 | 22.8°C | 23.3°C | |
| Mar 19 | 22.9°C | 23.3°C | |
| Mar 20 | 23.1°C | 23.3°C | 23.1°C |
| Mar 21 | 23.0°C | 23.0°C | |
| Mar 22 | 22.5°C | 22.9°C | |
| Mar 23 | 23.3°C | 22.8°C | |
| Mar 24 | 23.5°C | 22.7°C | |
| Mar 25 | 22.5°C | 22.6°C | |
| Mar 26 | 22.0°C | 22.4°C | |
| Mar 27 | 23.3°C | 22.3°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 Killcare 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
Killcare, on the Central Coast of New South Wales, sits between bushland and the open Tasman Sea and enjoys water temperatures that suit swimming for much of the year. In summer, the ocean is usually at its warmest, ranging from about 22–26 °C, which feels comfortable for longer 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 around 18 °C into the low twenties as conditions become more settled.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C | 23°C | 25°C |
| February | 22°C | 24°C | 27°C |
| March | 21°C | 23°C | 26°C |
| April | 19°C | 23°C | 25°C |
| May | 16°C | 21°C | 24°C |
| June | 15°C | 20°C | 22°C |
| July | 15°C | 19°C | 21°C |
| August | 15°C | 19°C | 20°C |
| September | 16°C | 18°C | 20°C |
| October | 16°C | 20°C | 21°C |
| November | 18°C | 20°C | 22°C |
| December | 18°C | 21°C | 25°C |
* Click on a month to view detailed water temperature data.
Killcare: Weather Forecast
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Local Water Conditions and Nearby Spots
Nearby Beaches and Water Temperatures
Killcare Beach
Putty Beach
Tallow
Lobster Beach
Little Tallow
Iron Ladder
Bullimah
Booker Bay Beach
Ettalong Beach
Swimming Conditions
Swimming is allowed and popular at Killcare, particularly at the main beach and nearby sheltered spots. Killcare Beach faces the open ocean, so surf and rips can occur, especially after periods of strong swell, which means conditions vary from day to day. Parts of the beach are often patrolled during peak seasons, providing safer swimming areas when flags are in place. On calmer days, the water is clean and refreshing, with easy access from the sand. Confident swimmers enjoy the open-coast conditions, while others tend to choose patrolled areas or lighter swell days to make swimming safer and more relaxed throughout the year.
🏄♀️ Nearby Surf Spots and Water Temperatures
Box Head
Umina Beach
Umina Point
Palm Beach Reef
Macmasters Point
Palm Beach
Kiddies Corner
The Wedge
Copacobana Point
Location, Type and Nearby Places
Address: Central Coast Council
Place Tags:BeachCoastal Town
Water Temperature in Nearby Places
