What is the current water temperature in Sydney?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Sydney?

As of now, in Sydney, the water temperature is 20.99°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Sydney

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Sydney. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

69.8

°F

November 21, 20:59

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

70.0°F

Tomorrow:

69.8°F

Sunrise:

05:40

Sunset:

19:42

Day Length:

14 h. 2 min.

Sydney in November

Minimum:

71.6°F

Average:

73.1°F

Maximum:

74.8°F

Sea water temperature in Sydney today

As of now, in Sydney, the water temperature is 69.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.2°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 67.6°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 69.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Sydney

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	69.1°F	68.8°F	67.8°F
Nov 8	70.1°F	67.1°F	67.7°F
Nov 9	70.1°F	68.6°F	67.6°F
Nov 10	70.1°F	69.1°F	67.6°F
Nov 11	70.1°F	68.0°F	67.6°F
Nov 12	70.1°F	69.0°F	67.7°F
Nov 13	70.2°F	68.4°F	67.8°F
Nov 14	70.4°F	68.3°F	68.0°F
Nov 15	69.3°F	68.4°F	68.0°F
Nov 16	69.7°F	68.6°F	68.0°F
Nov 17	69.8°F	69.1°F	68.1°F
Nov 18	71.0°F	69.8°F	68.4°F
Nov 19	70.4°F	70.2°F	68.5°F
Nov 20	70.0°F	70.2°F	68.8°F
Nov 21	69.8°F	70.1°F	69.1°F
Nov 22	69.8°F	69.7°F	69.1°F
Nov 23	69.6°F	69.7°F	68.9°F
Nov 24	69.5°F	69.6°F	68.8°F
Nov 25	69.4°F	69.4°F	68.8°F
Nov 26	69.6°F	70.4°F	69.0°F
Nov 27	69.6°F	70.7°F	69.0°F
Nov 28	69.7°F	70.3°F	69.1°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Sydney by month

In Sydney, the months February through March offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 69 swimming days.

The warmest water in Sydney was recorded on February 2, 2020, reaching a 78.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 25, 2018, dipping to 59.4°F. The average readings by season are 72.7°F in Winter, 71.6°F in Spring, 64.9°F in Summer, and 65.9°F in Autumn.