Nambucca Heads – current water temperature and swimming conditions

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

⚠️ Water in this range feels cool but still manageable for many swimmers. Short to moderate swims are comfortable, especially in warm weather. Some people may prefer a wetsuit for longer stays, particularly when swimming actively or outside peak summer conditions.

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 Nambucca Heads have stayed mostly steady, but a warming trend has developed over the last week.

According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Nambucca Heads will be 20.3°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.