Thursday 18 October 2018
Issued at 7:10 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 – Cloudy. Very high chance of showers, clearing during the evening. The chance of a thunderstorm.
Winds – N/NE 15 to 25 km/h becoming light in the late evening.
Rainfall – 33.5mm in the previous 5 days.
Expected maximum temperature – 24oC
Ocean temperature – 18oC
Swell – Northeasterly 1 to 1.5 metres.
High tide – 1.4 metres at 16:28
Low tide – 0.75 metres at 09:59
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Monterey Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
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 10/10/2018
Silver Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
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 10/10/2018
Address Prince Charles Parade,
Kurnell
Sandringham Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
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 10/10/2018
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 10/10/2018
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 10/10/2018
Address The Grand Parade,
Ramsgate Beach
Brighton Le Sands Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Pollution is possible today due to rainfall.
Sydney Water advised of a sewage overflow nearby on 06 October 2018 which may affected this site. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details.
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 10/10/2018
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 10/10/2018
Address General Holmes Drive,
Kyeemagh
Foreshores Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Sydney Water has advised of a sewage overflow nearby on 17 October 2018 which may affect this site. As a precaution, swimming should be avoided due to the likelihood of pollution. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details.
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 10/10/2018
Address Foreshore Road,
Botany
Yarra 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 10/10/2018
Address Kooringai Avenue,
Philip Bay
Frenchmans 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 10/10/2018
Address Anzac Parade,
La Peruse
Congwong Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
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 11/10/2018
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 10/10/2018
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 10/10/2018
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 10/10/2018
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 10/10/2018
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
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 10/10/2018
Address Loftus Street,
Bundeena
Horderns Beach
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
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 10/10/2018
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
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 10/10/2018
Address Ellesmere Road,
Gymea Bay
Lilli Pilli Baths
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
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 10/10/2018
Address Bareena Street,
Lilli Pilli
Gunnamatta 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
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 10/10/2018
Address Nicholson Parade,
Cronulla