
Sunday 26 March 2023
Issued at 7:10 AM
Rainfall data has been used to predict the likelihood of bacterial contamination at beaches in the Hunter region.
Hover over maps for council updates, the latest weekly star ratings and annual Beach Suitability Grades.

Alert
NSW Water has reported algae blooms at some swimming sites, which may appear as a brown slicks in the water or pink and green in later life stages. As a precaution, direct contact with the algae should be avoided as it can cause skin and eye irritations. It is expected the algae blooms will dissipate with changes in tide and wind conditions.
For information on beach closures please contact relevant authorities such as local councils.
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More information about this forecast
As a general precaution, swimming at beaches in the Hunter region 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. High chance of showers during the morning and afternoon. The chance of a thunderstorm during the morning and afternoon.
Winds – Light becoming E 15 to 20 km/h in the early afternoon then becoming light in the evening.
Rainfall – 10mm in the previous 24 hours.
Expected maximum temperature – 26oC
Ocean temperature – 24oC
Swell – Southerly around 1 metre, increasing to 1 to 1.5 metres south of Port Stephens.
High tide – 1.38 metres at 12:45
Low tide – 0.67 metres at 18:22
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Fingal Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled 7 days from 19 September 2022 until 23 April 2023. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.
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 02/03/2023
Address Access via Marine Dr,
Fingal Bay

One Mile Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled 7 days from 19 September 2022 until 23 April 2023. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.
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 02/03/2023
Address Access via Hannah Pde,
One Mile

Zenith Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
This beach 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 02/03/2023
Address Access via eastern end of Shoal Bay Rd,
Shoal Bay

Box Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
This beach 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 02/03/2023
Address End of Box Beach Rd,
Shoal Bay

South Stockton Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled 7 days from 19 September 2022 to 23 April 2023. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.
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 02/03/2023
Address Access via Clyde St,
Stockton

Nobbys Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled all year round.
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 02/03/2023
Address Access via Nobbys Rd,
Newcastle

Newcastle Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled 7 days from 19 September 2022 to 23 April 2023. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.
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 02/03/2023
Address Access via Shortland Esplanade,
Newcastle

Bar Beach (Newcastle)
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled all year round.
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 17/03/2023
Address Access via Memorial Drive,
Newcastle

Merewether Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled all year round.
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 17/03/2023
Address Access via Henderson Parade,
Merewether

Burwood North Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
This beach 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 17/03/2023

Burwood South Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
This beach 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 17/03/2023

Swansea Heads Little Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o 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 02/03/2023
Address Access via eastern end of Lambton Pde,
Swansea Heads

Caves Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled 7 days from 19 September 2022 until 23 April 2023. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.
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 02/03/2023
Address Access via Mawson Cl,
Caves Beach

Glenrock Lagoon Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
This beach 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 02/03/2023
Address Access via Scout Camp Rd,
Whitebridge

Dudley Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
This beach 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 02/03/2023
Address End of Dudley Beach Rd,
Dudley

Redhead Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled 7 days from 19 September 2022 until 23 April 2023. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.
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 02/03/2023
Address Access via eastern end of Beach Rd,
Redhead

Blacksmiths Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
24o C
Patrol information:
Patrolled 7 days from 19 September 2022 until 23 April 2023. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.
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 02/03/2023
Address End of Gommera Street,
Blacksmiths