Wednesday 15 July 2020
Issued at 7:00 AM
Rainfall data has been used to predict the likelihood of bacterial contamination at swimming sites in Botany Bay, lower Georges River and Port Hacking.
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More information about this forecast
As a general precaution, swimming in Botany Bay, lower Georges River and Port Hacking should be avoided for up to three days following 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.
* Please note water temperature in estuarine areas can be warmer in summer and cooler in winter than the reported ocean temperature.
Beach Conditions
Weather – Partly cloudy. High chance of showers this morning.
Winds – SW 25 to 40 km/h, reaching up to 50 km/h near the coast.
Rainfall – 39mm in the previous 5 days.
Expected maximum temperature – 17oC
Ocean temperature – 18oC
Swell – South to southeasterly 4 to 6 metres.
High tide – 1.51 metres at 16:22
Low tide – 0.62 metres at 09:44
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Monterey Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Silver Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Prince Charles Parade,
Kurnell
Sandringham Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Vanston Parade,
Sandringham
Dolls Point Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Sanoni Avenue,
Dolls Point
Ramsgate Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address The Grand Parade,
Ramsgate Beach
Brighton Le Sands Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address The Grand Parade,
Brighton Le Sands
Kyeemagh Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address General Holmes Drive,
Kyeemagh
Foreshores Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
Annual beach suitability grade
Very Poor
Water quality is frequently unsuitable for swimming. It is recommended that swimming be avoided at this site, or follow the daily pollution advisories with care.
Star rating
From 06/07/2020
Address Foreshore Road,
Botany
Yarra Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Kooringai Avenue,
Philip Bay
Frenchmans Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Anzac Parade,
La Peruse
Congwong Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This beach is not patrolled.
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 02/07/2020
Address Anzac Parade,
La Peruse
Como Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This swimming site is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Cremona Road,
Como
Jew Fish Bay Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This swimming site is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Access via Christensen Circuit,
Oatley
Oatley Bay Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This swimming site is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Annette Street,
Oatley
Carss Point Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This swimming site is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Allawah Avenue,
Carss Park
Jibbon Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This swimming site is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Loftus Street,
Bundeena
Horderns Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This swimming site is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Brighton Street,
Bundeena
Gymea Bay Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This swimming site is not patrolled.
Annual beach suitability grade
Fair
Water quality is often suitable for swimming, but due to the presence of significant sources of faecal contamination, extra care should be taken to avoid swimming following rainfall.
Star rating
From 06/07/2020
Address Ellesmere Road,
Gymea Bay
Lilli Pilli Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This swimming site is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Bareena Street,
Lilli Pilli
Gunnamatta Bay Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
18o C
Patrol information:
This swimming site is not patrolled.
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 06/07/2020
Address Nicholson Parade,
Cronulla