
Monday 4 July 2022
Issued at 12:30 PM
Rainfall data has been used to predict the likelihood of bacterial contamination at swimming sites in Pittwater.
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Gale wind warning.
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Pollution is unlikely, enjoy your swim! |
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More information about this forecast
As a general precaution, swimming in Pittwater should be avoided for up to three days following rainfall or for as long as stormwater is present.
* 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 (near 100%) chance of rain. The chance of a thunderstorm. Possible heavy falls.
Winds – SE 35 to 50 km/h turning S 35 to 55 km/h in the late morning and early afternoon.
Rainfall – 29mm in the previous 24 hours.
Expected maximum temperature – 16oC
Ocean temperature – 20oC
Swell – Southeasterly 3 metres.
High tide – 1.3 metres at 11:52
Low tide – 0.72 metres at 17:20
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Barrenjoey Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Off Beach Road,
Palm Beach

Paradise Beach Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Paradise Avenue,
Avalon

Clareville Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Delecta Avenue,
Clareville

Bayview Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Pittwater Road,
Bayview

South Scotland Island
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Richard Road,
Scotland Island

Elvina Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Wirringulla Avenue,
Elvina Bay

North Scotland Island
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Pittview Street,
Scotland Island

The Basin
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Basin Track,
The Basin

Great Mackerel Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Ross Smith Parade,
Great Mackerel Beach

Taylors Point Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
20o 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 01/07/2022
Address Hudson Parade,
Clareville