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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.
Sea temperature in Sydney now

66.9

°F

August 25, 01:21

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

66.6°F

Tomorrow:

66.5°F

Sunrise:

06:12

Sunset:

19:53

Day Length:

13 h. 41 min.

Sydney in September

Minimum:

33.7°F

Average:

35.1°F

Maximum:

36.5°F

Sea water temperature in Sydney today

As of now, in Sydney, the water temperature is 66.9°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 1.5°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.2°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 66.1°F on 2025.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 66.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 66.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Sydney

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 11 66.6°F 67.1°F 68.1°F
Aug 12 67.8°F 69.5°F 68.5°F
Aug 13 67.1°F 69.0°F 68.1°F
Aug 14 66.9°F 68.4°F 68.4°F
Aug 15 67.1°F 69.1°F 68.6°F
Aug 16 66.9°F 69.8°F 68.8°F
Aug 17 66.7°F 69.4°F 68.7°F
Aug 18 66.5°F 68.3°F 68.4°F
Aug 19 66.7°F 68.6°F 68.3°F
Aug 20 66.0°F 68.1°F 68.1°F
Aug 21 66.7°F 67.6°F 68.3°F
Aug 22 66.7°F 66.6°F 68.0°F
Aug 23 66.0°F 66.3°F 67.9°F
Aug 24 66.6°F 65.9°F 68.1°F
Aug 25 66.9°F 66.1°F 68.4°F
Aug 26 66.5°F 65.8°F 68.0°F
Aug 27 66.7°F 66.7°F 68.2°F
Aug 28 66.5°F 67.0°F 68.0°F
Aug 29 66.5°F 67.3°F 68.0°F
Aug 30 66.3°F 66.6°F 67.8°F
Aug 31 65.9°F 68.3°F 67.4°F
Sep 1 65.5°F 67.4°F 67.0°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 an average year, Sydney offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Sydney was recorded on July 31, 2023, reaching a 72.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 21, 2019, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 35.4°F in Winter, 35.7°F in Spring, 59.7°F in Summer, and 55.9°F in Autumn.