Nambucca Heads – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Nambucca Heads: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

✅ This water feels mild to warm and is comfortable for the majority of swimmers. Swimming is enjoyable, though longer stays may feel cooler for some people, especially in windy conditions. These temperatures are well suited to family outings and active swimming, particularly on warm days.

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 Nambucca Heads 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 Nambucca Heads will be 21.0°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

Nambucca Heads sits on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, where the Nambucca River meets the Tasman Sea, and its water temperatures reflect both ocean and river influences. In summer, sea temperatures are usually a pleasant 22–26 °C, while the river can feel slightly warmer on calm days. Autumn brings a gradual cooling to around 20–23 °C, still well within a comfortable range for swimming. Winter is cooler, with ocean temperatures generally between 17–20 °C, and spring slowly lifts things back up from about 18 °C into the low twenties as the weather settles.