Soldiers Beach – current water temperature and swimming conditions
This page shows the current water temperature at Soldiers Beach in New South Wales. You can view recent sea temperature trends on a 30-day chart, check typical monthly water temperature ranges, and compare today’s reading with historical averages for this date. The page also includes a 7-day water temperature forecast, nearby beaches with similar conditions, local weather information, and a summary of swimming conditions to help you assess how suitable the water is for swimming.
Current Sea Water Temperature
The average sea water temperature today in Soldiers Beach is about 20°C.
Water Temperature in Soldiers Beach: 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 Soldiers Beach have been on a steady rise over the past month and have continued to climb over the last week.
According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Soldiers Beach will be 19.6°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7 | 19.1°C | 19.0°C | |
| Oct 8 | 19.2°C | 19.0°C | |
| Oct 9 | 19.3°C | 19.0°C | |
| Oct 10 | 19.6°C | 18.8°C | |
| Oct 11 | 19.4°C | 19.3°C | |
| Oct 12 | 19.4°C | 19.8°C | |
| Oct 13 | 19.5°C | 19.5°C | |
| Oct 14 | 19.9°C | 19.5°C | |
| Oct 15 | 20.2°C | 19.5°C | 20.2°C |
| Oct 16 | 19.3°C | 20.1°C | |
| Oct 17 | 19.3°C | 20.0°C | |
| Oct 18 | 19.3°C | 20.0°C | |
| Oct 19 | 19.5°C | 19.9°C | |
| Oct 20 | 19.8°C | 19.8°C | |
| Oct 21 | 19.5°C | 19.7°C | |
| Oct 22 | 19.8°C | 19.6°C |
* Current - Actual water temperature value
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in recent years
*** Forecast - Our water temperature forecast
Actual near-shore water temperatures in Soldiers Beach can vary by several degrees from the values shown, particularly after heavy rain, strong southerlies, or prolonged windy conditions. Certain wind patterns can trigger upwelling, where cooler, deeper water is pushed to the surface and replaces the warmer top layer, leading to noticeable short-term changes in water temperature.
Our water temperature forecast is produced using a proprietary mathematical model that combines real-time measurements with long-term historical patterns, local weather conditions, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each coastal region. To improve accuracy, we cross-check data from nearby locations and use multiple sources, including offshore buoys, satellite-based sea surface maps, and observations provided by local authorities.
Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month
Monthly Water Temp Ranges
Annual Water Temperature Trend
Soldiers Beach, near Norah Head on the Central Coast of New South Wales, faces the open Tasman Sea and has water temperatures that change clearly with the seasons. In summer, the ocean is usually at its warmest, sitting around 22–26 °C, which feels comfortable for longer swims and regular dips. Autumn brings a gradual cooling, with water temperatures commonly in the 20–23 °C range. Winter is cooler but still swimmable for many people, typically around 16–20 °C, while spring sees a steady warm-up from about 18 °C into the low twenties as weather conditions settle.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 23°C | 25°C |
| February | 21°C | 23°C | 26°C |
| March | 21°C | 23°C | 26°C |
| April | 19°C | 23°C | 25°C |
| May | 16°C | 21°C | 24°C |
| June | 15°C | 20°C | 22°C |
| July | 15°C | 19°C | 21°C |
| August | 15°C | 19°C | 20°C |
| September | 16°C | 18°C | 20°C |
| October | 16°C | 20°C | 21°C |
| November | 18°C | 20°C | 22°C |
| December | 19°C | 21°C | 25°C |
* Click on a month to view detailed water temperature data.
Soldiers Beach: Weather Forecast
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Local Water Conditions and Nearby Spots
Nearby Beaches and Water Temperatures
Pelican Beach
Lifeboat Beach
Soldiers Beach
Gravelly Beach
Jenny Dixon
Nimbin Beach
Norah Head
Cabbage Tree Harbour
Hargraves Beach
Swimming Conditions
Swimming is allowed and popular at Soldiers Beach, particularly on days when conditions are favourable. The beach is exposed to the open ocean, so surf and rips can form, especially after periods of strong swell, which means conditions vary from day to day. Parts of the beach are often patrolled during peak seasons, providing safer swimming areas when flags are in place. On calmer days, the water is clean and refreshing, with easy access from the sand. Confident swimmers enjoy the open-coast feel, while others tend to swim between the flags or choose lighter swell days to make swimming safer and more relaxed.
🏄♀️ Nearby Surf Spots and Water Temperatures
Pelican Beach
Soldiers Beach
Sunset
Backdoor 4
Boat Ramp
Little Bombie
Lakes Beach
JD Reef
Triangles
Location, Type and Nearby Places
Address: Norah Head
Water Temperature in Nearby Places
