Korora – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Korora: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

⚠️ This is cool water that may feel brisk on entry. Swimming is usually limited to short sessions, and prolonged stays can become uncomfortable without thermal protection. Many swimmers choose a wetsuit, especially for surfing or open-water swimming.

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

Over the past month, water temperatures in Korora have stayed mostly steady, but a warming trend has developed over the last week.

According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Korora will be 19.7°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

Korora sits just north of Coffs Harbour on the far north coast of New South Wales, facing the Tasman Sea and enjoying a mild subtropical climate. Water temperatures here are well suited to swimming for most of the year. In summer, the ocean typically warms to around 25–27 °C, making the water comfortable for extended swims and time spent in the sea. Autumn often remains pleasant, with temperatures commonly between 23–25 °C as conditions settle. Spring begins cooler at roughly 21–23 °C before steadily warming as summer approaches. Winter is the coolest season, but even then sea temperatures usually stay around 19–21 °C, which many locals still consider fine for a swim on sunny, calm days.