Red Head – current water temperature and swimming conditions

Water Temperature in Red Head: 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

Water temperatures in Red Head 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 Red Head 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

Red Head, on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, looks out over the open Tasman Sea and experiences water temperatures that change clearly with the seasons. Summer is the warmest time of year, with the ocean usually sitting around 22–26 °C, which feels comfortable for longer swims and regular dips. In autumn, temperatures ease back to roughly 20–23 °C, still pleasant for most swimmers. Winter brings cooler conditions, typically around 17–20 °C, while spring sees a gradual warm-up from about 18 °C into the low twenties as air temperatures rise and the sea settles.