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Beach Weather Today in Sydney Harbor

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will have 0.8mm of very light rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 77%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 21kmh from the South-Southwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Sydney Harbor faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:06 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 81% 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 Sydney Harbor

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.6mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 1.7mm of rain and Sunday will have 1.4mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 55%.

SYDNEY HARBOR - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 15° 19° 21° 20° 18° 18°
80% 68% 88% 73% 80% 79% 81% 72%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 19° 20° 19° 18° 18°
72% 75% 55% 89% 79% 53% 55% 85%
0.0mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 16° 18° 20° 19° 18° 18°
82% 81% 56% 73% 80% 83% 89% 100%
0.2mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.3mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 19° 19° 19° 17° 17°
89% 71% 81% 61% 83% 77% 51% 81%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.9mm 1.0mm 0.8mm 0.6mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Fri 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 18° 20° 19° 17° 17°
68% 72% 58% 78% 79% 8% 9% 70%
0.3mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 16th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 14° 17° 19° 19° 18° 18°
59% 54% 34% 38% 36% 15% 51% 75%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 1.1mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sun 17th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 16° 17° 19° 19° 18° 17°
79% 85% 86% 91% 52% 55% 44% 26%
0.8mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
1.0m
0.8m
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
1.3m
1.3m
11.7s 11.0s 10.5s 10.3s 13.4s 12.9s 13.6s 13.5s
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
20
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
0.6m
1.3m
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
11.5s 13.2s 12.8s 12.6s 12.5s 12.3s 12.0s 10.1s
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
1.1m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
10.0s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.0s 9.9s 9.8s 9.8s
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
20
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
1.0m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
9.8s 6.9s 9.5s 9.5s 9.6s 9.2s 11.3s 7.1s
Fri 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
7.1s 7.1s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s
Sat 16th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
7
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
5
kmh
0.1m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
0.6m
7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.7s 8.4s 8.8s 8.9s 9.1s
Sun 17th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
0.6m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
9.2s 9.2s 9.2s 9.1s 9.2s 9.3s 9.3s 9.3s
Mon 11th May
4:07 PM 9:50 PM
1.35 0.70
Tue 12th May
4:03 AM 10:32 AM 4:55 PM 10:50 PM
1.54 0.46 1.47 0.61
Wed 13th May
4:58 AM 11:14 AM 5:40 PM 11:46 PM
1.57 0.41 1.62 0.51
Thu 14th May
5:52 AM 11:56 AM 6:23 PM
1.59 0.37 1.77
Fri 15th May
12:39 AM 6:43 AM 12:38 PM 7:07 PM
0.40 1.60 0.35 1.90
Sat 16th May
1:32 AM 7:36 AM 1:23 PM 7:54 PM
0.31 1.59 0.36 2.00
Sun 17th May
2:26 AM 8:29 AM 2:10 PM 8:42 PM
0.24 1.56 0.38 2.05
Mon 11th May
21°
0.8mm
16kmh SE
77%
Tue 12th May
20°
0.7mm
21kmh SE
70%
Wed 13th May
20°
1.3mm
20kmh SE
80%
Thu 14th May
20°
3.5mm
15kmh ESE
74%
Fri 15th May
20°
0.4mm
10kmh S
55%
Sat 16th May
20°
1.7mm
6kmh SSE
45%
Sun 17th May
20°
1.4mm
6kmh SE
64%
Mon 18th May
22°
0.0mm
5kmh SE
28%
Tue 19th May
21°
2.1mm
8kmh SE
76%
Wed 20th May
19°
17.1mm
31kmh SE
93%
Thu 21st May
18°
13.6mm
13kmh SSW
95%
Fri 22nd May
17°
0.1mm
13kmh SSW
91%
Sat 23rd May
17°
2.0mm
14kmh SSW
74%
Sun 24th May
17°
0.8mm
8kmh SSW
55%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 19° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 13 days of light rain with an average of 3.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 70%.

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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