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Sydney ocean beaches bulletin

Northern Beaches

Palm Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Ocean Road,
Palm Beach 

Whale Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
The Strand,
Whale Beach 

Avalon Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Barrenjoey Road,
Avalon 

Bilgola Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Bilgola Avenue,
Bilgola 

Newport Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Barrenjoey Road,
Newport 

Bungan Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Bungan Head Road,
Newport 

Mona Vale Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Surfview Road,
Mona Vale 

Warriewood Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Narrabeen Park Parade,
Warriewood 

Turimetta Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Narrabeen Park Parade,
Warriewood 

Birdwood Park

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Poor
Water quality is often unsuitable for swimming. Before swimming during dry weather, ensure the water is free from signs of pollution such as discoloured water, odour and floating debris. Avoid swimming at all times following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Ocean Street,
Narrabeen 

North Narrabeen Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Malcolm Street,
Narrabeen 

Collaroy Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Birdwood Avenue,
Collaroy 

Long Reef Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Pittwater Road,
Collaroy 

Dee Why Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Dee Why Parade,
Dee Why 

North Curl Curl Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Huston Parade,
North Curl Curl 

South Curl Curl Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Carrington Parade,
Curl Curl 

Freshwater Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Kooloora Avenue,
Harbord 

Queenscliff Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
North Steyne,
Manly 

North Steyne Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
North Steyne,
Manly 

South Steyne Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
South Steyne,
Manly 

Shelly Beach (Manly)

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Bower Street,
Manly 

City Beaches

Bondi Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Queen Elizabeth Drive,
Bondi 

Tamarama Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Pacific Drive,
Tamarama 

Bronte Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Bronte Road,
Bronte 

Clovelly Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Donnellan Circuit,
Clovelly 

Coogee Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Arden Street,
Coogee 

Maroubra Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Marine Parade,
Maroubra 

Malabar Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Poor
Water quality is often unsuitable for swimming. Before swimming during dry weather, ensure the water is free from signs of pollution such as discoloured water, odour and floating debris. Avoid swimming at all times following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Fishermans Road,
Malabar 

Little Bay Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 12/06/2013
Address
Murra Murra Place,
Little Bay 

Southern Beaches

Boat Harbour

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 13/06/2013
Address
Sir Joseph Banks Drive,
Kurnell 

Greenhills Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 13/06/2013
Address
Bate Bay Road,
Kurnell 

Wanda Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 13/06/2013
Address
Marine Esplanade,
Cronulla 

Elouera Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 13/06/2013
Address
Mitchell Road,
Cronulla 

North Cronulla Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 13/06/2013
Address
Prince Street,
Cronulla 

South Cronulla Beach

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 13/06/2013
Address
Gerrale Street,
Cronulla 

Shelly Beach (Sutherland)

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming for most of the time, but due to the presence of several potential sources of faecal contamination, swimming should be avoided following rainfall.
Star rating

From 13/06/2013
Address
Ewos Parade,
Cronulla 

Oak Park

Today's beach conditions
Pollution is Unlikely
Ocean temperature is 19o C
Annual beach suitability grade Very Good
Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.
Star rating

From 13/06/2013
Address
Jibbon Street,
Cronulla 

Tuesday 18 June 2013
Issued at 9:30 AM

Pollution is unlikely at all beaches today

Rainfall data has been used to predict the likelihood of bacterial contamination at Sydney's ocean beaches. When pollution is likely, swimmers may be at increased risk of contracting illness and swimming at these sites should be avoided.

Hover over maps for council updates, the latest weekly star ratings and annual Beach Suitability Grades.

Key    Pollution is unlikely
  Pollution is likely
Council update   Update

As a general precaution, swimming at Sydney's oceans beaches should be avoided for up to one day after heavy rainfall or for as long as stormwater is present. The most obvious signs of stormwater pollution are water discolouration as well as debris in the water and on the tide line.

 

Beach Conditions

  Weather - Partly cloudy with isolated showers developing this afternoon, more likely along the coastal fringe.
  Winds - Southwesterly 20 to 30 km/h.
  Bondi rainfall - 0mm in previous 24 hours
   Expected maximum temperature - 17oC
  Ocean temperature - 19oC
  Swell - Southerly 2.5 to 3 metres. Large swells breaking dangerously close inshore.
  High tide - 1.53 metres at 3:40 PM
  Low tide - 0.51 metres at 9:06 AM

 

Beachwatch Information Line: 1800 036 677 
Environment Line: 131 555 
www.environment.nsw.gov.au/beach

Beach Updates

Beach namePollutionCouncil update
Avalon BeachUnlikely
Bilgola BeachUnlikely
Birdwood ParkUnlikely
Boat HarbourUnlikely
Bondi BeachUnlikely
Bronte BeachUnlikely
Bungan BeachUnlikely
Clovelly BeachUnlikely
Collaroy BeachUnlikely
Coogee BeachUnlikely
Dee Why BeachUnlikely
Elouera BeachUnlikely
Freshwater BeachUnlikely
Greenhills BeachUnlikely
Little Bay BeachUnlikely
Long Reef BeachUnlikely
Malabar BeachUnlikely
Maroubra BeachUnlikely
Mona Vale BeachUnlikely
Newport BeachUnlikely
North Cronulla BeachUnlikely
North Curl Curl BeachUnlikely
North Narrabeen BeachUnlikely
North Steyne BeachUnlikely
Oak ParkUnlikely
Palm BeachUnlikely
Queenscliff BeachUnlikely
Shelly Beach (Manly)Unlikely
Shelly Beach (Sutherland)Unlikely
South Cronulla BeachUnlikely
South Curl Curl BeachUnlikely
South Steyne BeachUnlikely
Tamarama BeachUnlikely
Turimetta BeachUnlikely
Wanda BeachUnlikely
Warriewood BeachUnlikely
Whale BeachUnlikely