Beach Weather in Stockton Beach, Newcastle, Australia

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Beach Weather Today in Stockton Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will have 1.5mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 62%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 23kmh from the North West. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Stockton Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:12 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 76% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Stockton Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 1.5mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 43%.

STOCKTON BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 12° 12° 12° 13° 15° 14° 14°
0% 20% 80% 100% 84% 85% 76% 57%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.9mm 0.5mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sun 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 10° 11° 14° 15° 12° 10°
58% 0% 13% 85% 0% 7% 32% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Mon 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 14° 13° 12°
5% 5% 9% 2% 11% 32% 70% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.6mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Tue 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 10° 13° 14° 12° 11°
100% 88% 50% 23% 22% 46% 2% 76%
0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Wed 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 14° 13° 11°
5% 5% 12% 21% 14% 28% 47% 25%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 13° 15° 14° 12°
26% 35% 36% 38% 21% 22% 40% 63%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Fri 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 14° 15° 13° 12°
45% 25% 27% 21% 11% 8% 13% 61%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
8
kmh
11
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
23
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
7.2s 7.0s 6.9s 6.8s 6.7s 6.6s 6.5s 6.4s
Sun 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
23
kmh
32
kmh
36
kmh
39
kmh
35
kmh
39
kmh
33
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
0.9m
6.3s 6.4s 8.1s 8.0s 7.8s 7.8s 8.3s 7.7s
Mon 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
34
kmh
33
kmh
45
kmh
51
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
1.0m
1.4m
1.7m
1.6m
9.8s 10.4s 10.7s 11.4s 12.1s 12.3s 12.3s 12.3s
Tue 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
44
kmh
40
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
29
kmh
33
kmh
30
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
12.5s 12.0s 11.7s 11.6s 11.8s 12.4s 12.9s 12.6s
Wed 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
28
kmh
25
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
21
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
0.2m
12.4s 12.4s 12.5s 12.5s 10.7s 11.8s 12.3s 12.2s
Thu 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
12.0s 11.9s 11.8s 11.9s 12.0s 11.9s 12.0s 12.0s
Fri 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.8m
0.9m
11.8s 11.5s 11.3s 11.5s 11.7s 11.6s 11.4s 11.4s
Sat 27th July
12:13 AM 6:39 AM 12:59 PM 7:08 PM
1.50 0.30 1.50 0.40
Sun 28th July
1:10 AM 7:28 AM 1:58 PM 8:22 PM
1.40 0.30 1.50 0.50
Mon 29th July
2:16 AM 8:22 AM 3:02 PM 9:44 PM
1.20 0.40 1.50 0.50
Tue 30th July
3:33 AM 9:21 AM 4:09 PM 11:05 PM
1.10 0.50 1.60 0.40
Wed 31st July
4:54 AM 10:23 AM 5:13 PM
1.10 0.50 1.60
Thu 1st August
12:12 AM 6:05 AM 11:23 AM 6:09 PM
0.40 1.10 0.50 1.70
Fri 2nd August
1:06 AM 7:01 AM 12:18 PM 6:57 PM
0.30 1.10 0.50 1.70
Sat 27th July
15°
1.5mm
10kmh NNW
62%
Sun 28th July
15°
0.0mm
32kmh W
24%
Mon 29th July
14°
1.6mm
27kmh SW
29%
Tue 30th July
14°
0.3mm
23kmh SW
50%
Wed 31st July
14°
0.0mm
19kmh SW
19%
Thu 1st August
15°
0.1mm
15kmh SW
35%
Fri 2nd August
15°
0.2mm
18kmh SW
26%
Sat 3rd August
16°
0.1mm
4kmh NW
18%
Sun 4th August
17°
0.0mm
17kmh NW
15%
Mon 5th August
15°
0.4mm
9kmh NNW
67%
Tue 6th August
15°
3.0mm
26kmh SSW
72%
Wed 7th August
14°
0.1mm
8kmh S
29%
Thu 8th August
16°
0.0mm
8kmh SSE
12%
Fri 9th August
16°
0.8mm
6kmh S
56%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 10 days of very light rain with an average of 0.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 37%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Stockton Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Stockton Beach, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia

Imagine a relaxing holiday on the pristine sands of Stockton Beach, located in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. This beautiful beach stretches for 32 kilometers from Stockton to Anna Bay and offers a unique blend of relaxation and adventure for beach aficionados.

Beach Type

Stockton Beach is known for its powdery white sand that feels incredibly soft underfoot. The beach also has some rocky areas, particularly at the northern end near Anna Bay. These rocky areas provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving as they attract a wide variety of marine life that thrives in the crevices and around the rocks. The clear waters of Stockton Beach make it easy to spot colorful fish and other sea creatures while exploring the underwater world.

Beach Activities

There's no shortage of activities to enjoy at Stockton Beach. Some popular activities include:

  • Surfing: The waves at Stockton Beach are perfect for both beginners and experienced surfers. There are several surf schools around the area that offer lessons and equipment rentals.
  • Fishing: With its vast shoreline, Stockton Beach provides plenty of opportunities for fishing enthusiasts. Cast your line from the shore or try your hand at rock fishing in the northern end of the beach.
  • Sandboarding: The massive sand dunes along Stockton Beach make it an ideal location for sandboarding. Rent a board from one of the local operators or join a guided tour to experience this thrilling activity.
  • Quad biking: Explore the impressive sand dunes on a quad bike tour led by experienced guides. This exhilarating activity is suitable for all ages and skill levels.
  • Beach walks: Take a leisurely stroll along the 32 kilometers of coastline, enjoying breathtaking views and spotting local wildlife such as dolphins, whales (during their migration season), and various bird species.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts directly on Stockton Beach, there are several accommodation options nearby, including hotels, motels, and holiday apartments. Some popular options include the Stockton Beach Holiday Park, which offers cabins and caravan sites, and the nearby Little Beach Boathouse in Nelson Bay.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Stockton Beach, consider staying in one of the following areas:

  • Stockton: The suburb of Stockton is located at the southern end of Stockton Beach and offers easy access to both the beach and Newcastle's city center. This area has a laid-back atmosphere with local shops and cafes.
  • Nelson Bay: A short drive north of Stockton Beach lies Nelson Bay, a vibrant coastal town with a range of accommodation options, restaurants, and attractions. This area is also well-known for its dolphin-watching cruises.
  • Anna Bay: Situated at the northern end of Stockton Beach, Anna Bay is a small coastal village with easy access to the beach's rocky areas for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts.

Beach Amenities

Stockton Beach offers a range of amenities for visitors to enjoy:

  • Public restrooms
  • Picnic areas with BBQ facilities
  • Children's playgrounds
  • Lifeguard services during peak seasons
  • Easy access to parking
  • Nearby cafes and shops

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