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23°
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23°
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22°
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23°
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22°
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20°
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Beach Weather Today in Sydney Harbor

Today the maximum temperature will be 26° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 0%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and very strong at 44kmh from the North. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Sydney Harbor faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 08:09 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 Sydney Harbor

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 26° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.3mm of rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 45%.

SYDNEY HARBOR - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 23° 26° 27° 27° 25° 23°
0% 2% 0% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 26° 33° 37° 37° 34° 22°
0% 1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 22° 20° 20° 19°
99% 55% 85% 85% 95% 98% 96% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 19° 20° 20° 20° 20° 19° 19°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 89%
0.8mm 0.4mm 0.2mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 21° 24° 26° 25° 23° 22°
86% 86% 73% 42% 60% 75% 48% 20%
1.2mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 21° 21° 21° 22° 21° 21°
20% 35% 80% 99% 80% 76% 81% 75%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Thu 15th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 21° 21° 21° 20° 19°
77% 84% 77% 65% 73% 70% 65% 77%
0.2mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
25
kmh
25
kmh
25
kmh
31
kmh
37
kmh
44
kmh
37
kmh
1.2m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
1.1m
1.5m
2.1m
2.2m
12.0s 11.7s 11.6s 11.3s 11.0s 10.7s 10.3s 10.3s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
17
kmh
24
kmh
32
kmh
37
kmh
45
kmh
1.2m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
1.4m
1.7m
1.9m
10.3s 8.3s 8.2s 8.1s 7.9s 12.1s 11.9s 7.6s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
47
kmh
40
kmh
37
kmh
35
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
1.7m
1.4m
1.3m
1.4m
1.7m
1.4m
1.4m
1.1m
7.9s 8.1s 8.3s 8.4s 8.5s 8.5s 8.5s 8.4s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
24
kmh
19
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
1.5m
1.0m
1.6m
1.5m
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
0.8m
6.0s 7.0s 7.2s 9.3s 8.9s 8.6s 8.5s 8.0s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
11
kmh
18
kmh
23
kmh
18
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
7.3s 7.3s 7.2s 7.0s 8.2s 8.7s 8.5s 8.4s
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
16
kmh
36
kmh
41
kmh
38
kmh
37
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
0.8m
8.4s 8.5s 8.5s 8.4s 8.2s 8.9s 9.1s 8.5s
Thu 15th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.9m
1.4m
1.7m
1.4m
0.8m
6.4s 8.5s 9.9s 7.1s 5.8s 5.8s 5.7s 6.2s
Fri 9th January
1:41 AM 7:28 AM 1:33 PM 8:04 PM
1.38 0.59 1.46 0.42
Sat 10th January
2:28 AM 8:25 AM 2:17 PM 8:41 PM
1.37 0.67 1.32 0.50
Sun 11th January
3:18 AM 9:32 AM 3:09 PM 9:21 PM
1.38 0.72 1.20 0.57
Mon 12th January
4:13 AM 10:48 AM 4:17 PM 10:08 PM
1.40 0.73 1.12 0.63
Tue 13th January
5:11 AM 12:04 PM 5:36 PM 11:04 PM
1.44 0.69 1.10 0.66
Wed 14th January
6:07 AM 1:05 PM 6:44 PM
1.50 0.62 1.12
Thu 15th January
12:02 AM 6:57 AM 1:55 PM 7:38 PM
0.67 1.58 0.55 1.16
Fri 9th January
28°
0.0mm
24kmh NE
0%
Sat 10th January
37°
0.0mm
19kmh N
1%
Sun 11th January
22°
0.3mm
26kmh SSE
89%
Mon 12th January
23°
2.0mm
20kmh SE
98%
Tue 13th January
26°
1.8mm
12kmh E
61%
Wed 14th January
22°
0.1mm
32kmh S
68%
Thu 15th January
21°
0.5mm
23kmh SSE
73%
Fri 16th January
21°
1.0mm
22kmh SE
75%
Sat 17th January
21°
0.8mm
24kmh SE
79%
Sun 18th January
22°
0.5mm
18kmh ESE
72%
Mon 19th January
24°
0.1mm
15kmh ESE
51%
Tue 20th January
23°
0.5mm
26kmh SSE
70%
Wed 21st January
23°
0.7mm
21kmh E
72%
Thu 22nd January
26°
0.0mm
22kmh NE
61%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 11 days of very light rain with an average of 0.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 62%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Sydney Harbor, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

A holiday at a beach in Sydney Harbor, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia is an incredible experience that offers breathtaking views of the iconic harbor and its surrounding areas. With a wide range of beach types to explore and numerous activities to enjoy, you'll be sure to have an unforgettable time.

Beach Type

Sydney Harbor is home to various beach types. The most popular beaches, such as Bondi Beach and Manly Beach, are known for their powdery white sand that's perfect for sunbathing and relaxing. You can also find some beaches with yellow or coarse sand, such as Balmoral Beach and Clontarf Reserve.

For snorkeling and diving enthusiasts, head over to the rocky shores around Shelly Beach or Clovelly Beach. These beaches are teeming with marine life due to the presence of rocks and reefs that attract fish species.

Beach Activities

As one of the most iconic destinations in Australia, Sydney Harbor offers a plethora of beach activities catering to different interests. Some popular activities include:

  1. Surfing: Bondi Beach is famous for its consistent surf breaks that cater to both beginners and experienced surfers.
  2. Snorkeling/Diving: Shelly Beach and Clovelly Beach provide excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities thanks to their rocky shores.
  3. Swimming: Head over to Manly's Fairy Bower pool or Bronte Baths for a refreshing dip in the ocean pools.
  4. Paddleboarding/Kayaking: Explore Sydney Harbor's calm waters by paddleboarding or kayaking around Rose Bay or Watsons Bay.
  5. Coastal Walks: Take in the stunning coastal views by walking along the famous Bondi-to-Coogee coastal walk or Manly-to-Spit Bridge scenic walk.

Accommodations

There are numerous accommodations available near Sydney Harbor beaches ranging from luxury hotels to budget-friendly options. Some popular beachfront hotels and resorts include:

  1. QT Bondi: A stylish hotel located just a short walk from Bondi Beach.
  2. Novotel Sydney Manly Pacific: This contemporary hotel overlooks the picturesque Manly Beach.
  3. Ripples Milsons Point: A boutique hotel offering stunning views of the harbor, situated near Luna Park.

Areas to Stay In

When choosing where to stay in Sydney, consider these popular areas:

  1. Bondi: Home to the famous Bondi Beach, this area is perfect for beach aficionados and those looking for a vibrant atmosphere.
  2. Manly: This laid-back beach suburb offers a more relaxed vibe and easy access to both harbor and ocean beaches.
  3. Circular Quay/The Rocks: Stay close to iconic attractions like the Sydney Opera House and Harbor Bridge while still having easy access to nearby beaches via ferry.

Beach Amenities

Sydney Harbor beaches offer a variety of amenities for visitors' convenience, including:

  1. Lifeguard services at most popular beaches
  2. Public restrooms and changing facilities
  3. Picnic areas and BBQ facilities
  4. Beachside cafes and restaurants
  5. Nearby parking or public transport access

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