New South Wales, Australia
Tasman Sea / Pacific Ocean33.80°S, 151.29°EStation AU-NEW-MAN

Manly Beach (Sydney) Sea Water Temperature

Famous tree-lined surf beach a scenic ferry ride from Circular Quay across Sydney Harbour. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Manly Beach (Sydney) water temperature

17.5
63.5°FCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.

+0°vs Sep avgTasman Sea / Pacific Ocean33.80°S, 151.29°E
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
19°C
66.2°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
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Daily maximum
Sunrise
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First morning light
Sunset
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Golden hour close

7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
17.5°C
63.5°F
Waves: 1m
Refreshing
ThuOct 1
17.8°C
64°F
Waves: 0.9m
Refreshing
FriOct 2
17.9°C
64.2°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
SatOct 3
17.8°C
64°F
Waves: 0.6m
Refreshing
SunOct 4
17.5°C
63.5°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
MonOct 5
17.2°C
63°F
Waves: 0.9m
Refreshing
TueOct 6
17.1°C
62.8°F
Waves: 1m
Refreshing
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Manly Beach (Sydney).
Confidence: High

Manly Beach (Sydney) Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Manly Beach (Sydney) occurs inDec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr — peaking at23.5°C (74.3°F) in February.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
23
Jan
24
Feb
23
Mar
22
Apr
20
May
18
Jun
17
Jul
17
Aug
Current
18
Sep
19
Oct
20
Nov
22
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January21.5°C22.9°C24.3°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
February22.2°C23.5°C24.9°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
March21.9°C23.1°C24.4°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
April20.6°C21.8°C23°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
May18.9°C20°C21.1°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
June17.3°C18.3°C19.4°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
July16.2°C17.1°C18.1°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
August15.9°C16.9°C17.9°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
SeptemberCurrent16.5°C17.5°C18.6°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
October17.6°C18.7°C19.9°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
November19°C20.2°C21.5°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
December20.4°C21.7°C23.1°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)

Swimming FAQs for Manly Beach (Sydney)

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Manly Beach (Sydney) today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Manly Beach (Sydney) this time of year is 17.5°C (63.5°F) — classified as Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C). Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Manly Beach (Sydney)?

The highest water temperatures in Manly Beach (Sydney) typically occur duringDec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Manly Beach (Sydney) in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Manly Beach (Sydney) average around17.5°C (63.5°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 16.5°C and a maximum of 18.6°C.

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