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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 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 39%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 22kmh from the North. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Sydney Harbor faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:10 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 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 13%.

SYDNEY HARBOR - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 14° 14° 17° 21° 20° 18° 17°
19% 54% 65% 45% 17% 28% 10% 76%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Thu 7th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 12° 16° 16° 16° 14° 12°
6% 0% 0% 39% 3% 9% 5% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Fri 8th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 18° 20° 16° 14°
0% 2% 7% 9% 5% 4% 8% 15%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 11° 15° 19° 19° 16° 16°
11% 11% 6% 5% 4% 3% 3% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 12° 16° 20° 19° 18° 17°
18% 13% 4% 9% 5% 10% 41% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 18° 17° 18° 19° 20° 18° 18°
87% 83% 72% 92% 95% 85% 68% 58%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.1mm
20°
20°
20°
21°
21°
21°
20°
20°
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 19° 18° 18°
86% 92% 89% 84% 70% 59% 73% 82%
0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
21°
21°
22°
22°
Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
3
kmh
13
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
0.3m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.9m
1.0m
10.6s 10.5s 10.4s 10.3s 10.2s 10.1s 10.0s 9.9s
Thu 7th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
24
kmh
39
kmh
44
kmh
44
kmh
40
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
1.5m
2.2m
2.1m
1.9m
9.8s 9.8s 9.8s 9.7s 9.7s 9.6s 9.6s 9.6s
Fri 8th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
31
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
35
kmh
30
kmh
1.6m
1.2m
1.0m
1.1m
1.0m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
9.7s 11.1s 11.2s 10.4s 11.0s 10.7s 10.6s 10.7s
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
1.0m
0.8m
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
1.1m
1.0m
0.6m
10.9s 10.6s 10.4s 11.8s 11.6s 11.1s 11.0s 10.1s
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
1.1m
1.1m
9.7s 9.4s 9.2s 8.9s 9.5s 9.3s 12.5s 13.5s
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
25
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
25
kmh
1.3m
1.4m
1.5m
1.4m
1.4m
1.5m
1.2m
0.9m
13.3s 13.2s 13.0s 12.8s 12.7s 12.7s 12.6s 13.9s
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
28
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
28
kmh
1.3m
1.6m
1.7m
1.7m
1.7m
1.7m
1.5m
1.2m
13.1s 13.1s 13.0s 12.6s 12.2s 11.9s 11.6s 11.5s
Wed 6th May
11:24 AM 4:44 PM 11:22 PM
1.26 0.73 1.65
Thu 7th May
6:25 AM 12:13 PM 5:30 PM
0.60 1.22 0.76
Fri 8th May
12:09 AM 7:17 AM 1:09 PM 6:25 PM
1.59 0.60 1.20 0.78
Sat 9th May
1:02 AM 8:10 AM 2:11 PM 7:31 PM
1.55 0.59 1.20 0.79
Sun 10th May
2:01 AM 9:01 AM 3:13 PM 8:42 PM
1.52 0.55 1.25 0.76
Mon 11th May
3:03 AM 9:49 AM 4:07 PM 9:50 PM
1.52 0.51 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 6th May
21°
0.1mm
4kmh SE
39%
Thu 7th May
17°
0.0mm
33kmh WSW
7%
Fri 8th May
20°
0.0mm
22kmh W
6%
Sat 9th May
19°
0.0mm
14kmh S
5%
Sun 10th May
20°
0.0mm
9kmh S
21%
Mon 11th May
20°
1.2mm
17kmh SSE
80%
Tue 12th May
20°
0.8mm
19kmh SE
79%
Wed 13th May
19°
2.9mm
26kmh SE
75%
Thu 14th May
20°
1.4mm
22kmh ESE
72%
Fri 15th May
20°
9.8mm
23kmh ENE
91%
Sat 16th May
18°
24.7mm
20kmh NE
100%
Sun 17th May
17°
24.5mm
13kmh SE
93%
Mon 18th May
19°
10.4mm
24kmh E
68%
Tue 19th May
20°
2.5mm
22kmh E
67%

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 22° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 10 days of moderate rain with an average of 7.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 57%.

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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