Point Lonsdale – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Point Lonsdale: 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

Water temperatures in Point Lonsdale 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 Point Lonsdale will be 16.7°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

Point Lonsdale sits right at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay, where the colder waters of Bass Strait meet the bay, and that has a big influence on local water temperatures. Through summer, sea temperatures usually sit around 17–20°C, which is cool by Australian standards but still swimmable on warm days, especially with a bit of sunshine and light winds. Autumn sees the water slowly dropping to about 15–18°C, while winter is noticeably brisk, often around 12–14°C. In spring, temperatures begin to recover, generally hovering between 13–16°C, though conditions can change quickly depending on weather and swell.