Suffolk Park – current water temperature and swimming conditions
This page shows the current water temperature at Suffolk Park 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 Suffolk Park is about 25°C.
Water Temperature in Suffolk Park: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
✅ Water in this range is comfortably warm and widely considered ideal for swimming. Most people can stay in the water for a long time without feeling cold. It works well for families, recreational swimming, and active water sports such as swimming, surfing, and paddleboarding.
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
While water temperatures in Suffolk Park declined overall during the past month, they have shown a noticeable rebound over the last week.
According to our forecast, Sea water temperature in Suffolk Park will be 25.8°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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12 | 25.2°C | 26.0°C | |
| Mar 13 | 25.2°C | 26.5°C | |
| Mar 14 | 25.2°C | 26.8°C | |
| Mar 15 | 25.1°C | 26.3°C | |
| Mar 16 | 25.9°C | 25.8°C | |
| Mar 17 | 25.1°C | 26.5°C | |
| Mar 18 | 25.0°C | 26.3°C | |
| Mar 19 | 25.2°C | 26.3°C | |
| Mar 20 | 25.3°C | 26.3°C | 25.3°C |
| Mar 21 | 26.8°C | 25.4°C | |
| Mar 22 | 26.0°C | 25.4°C | |
| Mar 23 | 26.3°C | 25.5°C | |
| Mar 24 | 26.5°C | 25.6°C | |
| Mar 25 | 27.0°C | 25.7°C | |
| Mar 26 | 26.0°C | 25.7°C | |
| Mar 27 | 25.5°C | 25.8°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 Suffolk Park 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
Suffolk Park is a cracker of a spot just south of Byron Bay where the pace is steady and the Coral Sea is always inviting. If you’re thinking about getting your hair wet, you’ll find the water temperatures are some of the best in New South Wales. During the peak of summer, usually around February, the ocean hits a balmy 25°C to 27°C—pretty much like diving into a warm bath. Even when winter sets in during August, the mercury only dips to about 19°C or 21°C. While that might feel a bit fresh for a casual dip without a wetsuit, it’s still fairly mild compared to the southern states, and plenty of locals stay in year-round with just a bit of rubber or a thick skin.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 26°C | 28°C |
| February | 25°C | 27°C | 29°C |
| March | 24°C | 26°C | 29°C |
| April | 23°C | 25°C | 28°C |
| May | 22°C | 24°C | 26°C |
| June | 20°C | 23°C | 25°C |
| July | 19°C | 22°C | 23°C |
| August | 19°C | 21°C | 23°C |
| September | 19°C | 22°C | 23°C |
| October | 20°C | 22°C | 26°C |
| November | 21°C | 23°C | 26°C |
| December | 22°C | 25°C | 27°C |
* Click on a month to view detailed water temperature data.
Suffolk Park: Weather Forecast
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Local Water Conditions and Nearby Spots
Nearby Beaches and Water Temperatures
Tallows
Broken Head Beach
Brays Beach
Whites Beach
Byron Bay
Clarkes Beach
Belongil Beach
The Pass
Little Wategos Beach
Swimming Conditions
Swimming is absolutely allowed and is a massive part of the lifestyle here, but you’ve got to keep your wits about you. Suffolk Park is part of the long stretch of Tallows Beach, which is notorious for its powerful surf and persistent rip currents that can shift every couple of hundred metres. Because it’s a high-energy beach, it’s vital to stay between the red and yellow flags in the patrolled areas, typically found in front of the local holiday park during peak seasons.
🏄♀️ Nearby Surf Spots and Water Temperatures
Suffolk Park
Broken Head
Tallows Beach
Wategos
Byron Bay - The Wreck
The Pass
Lennox Head
Flat Rock
Backsides
Location, Type and Nearby Places
Address: Byron Shire
Place Tags:Surf SpotCoastal Town
Water Temperature in Nearby Places
