Thursday 13 May 2021
Issued at 7:55 AM
Rainfall data has been used to predict the likelihood of bacterial contamination at swimming sites in Sydney Harbour.
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Alert
For information on beach closures please contact relevant authorities such as local councils.
Sydney Water has advised of a sewage overflow in Woolloomooloo on 12 May 2021 which may affect Woolloomooloo Bay. As a precaution, swimming should be avoided at Woolloomooloo Bay due to the possibility of pollution. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details.
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More information about this forecast
As a general precaution, swimming in Sydney Harbour 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 – Mostly sunny.
Winds – Light becoming W 15 to 20 km/h in the evening.
Rainfall – 12mm in the previous 4 days.
Expected maximum temperature – 23oC
Ocean temperature – 21oC
Swell – Easterly 1.5 to 2 metres.
High tide – 1.41 metres at 09:13
Low tide – 0.62 metres at 14:50
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Watsons Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Marine Parade,
Watsons Bay
Camp Cove
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Cove Street,
Watsons Bay
Parsley Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Horler Avenue,
Vaucluse
Nielsen Park
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Greycliffe Avenue,
Vaucluse
Rose Bay Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Sydney Water advised a sewage overflow occurred on 29 April 2021 which affected the stormwater outlet near Dumaresq reserve. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details. Recent testing indicates this overflow is no longer impacting water quality at Rose Bay Beach.
Ocean temperature is
21o C
Patrol information:
This beach 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 26/04/2021
Address Vickery Avenue,
Rose Bay
Murray Rose Pool
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address New South Head Road,
Point Piper
Hayes Street Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o C
Patrol information:
This beach 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 26/04/2021
Address Hayes Street,
Neutral Bay
Clifton Gardens
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Morella Road,
Mosman
Balmoral Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Sydney Water advised a sewage overflow occurred on 20 April 2021 which affected the storm water drain in the middle of the beach. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details. Recent Beachwatch testing indicates this overflow is no longer impacting water quality at Balmoral baths.
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Coronation Avenue,
Mosman
Edwards Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address The Esplanade,
Mosman
Chinamans Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address McLean Crescent,
Mosman
Northbridge Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Widgiewah Road,
Northbridge
Davidson Reserve
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Healey Way,
Forestville
Gurney Crescent Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Access via Gurney Cres,
Seaforth
Clontarf Pool
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Sydney Water advised a sewage overflow occurred on 20 March 2021 which affected Clontarf Pool. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details. Recent Beachwatch testing indicates this overflow is no longer impacting water quality at Clontarf Pool.
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Sandy Bay Road,
Clontarf
Forty Baskets Pool
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Beatty Street,
Balgowlah Heights
Fairlight Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Lauderdale Avenue,
Fairlight
Manly Cove
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address West Esplanade,
Manly
Little Manly Cove
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Craig Avenue,
Manly
Cabarita Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Cabarita Road,
Cabarita
Dawn Fraser Pool
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o C
Patrol information:
Baths are currently closed for refurbishment.
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 26/04/2021
Address Fitzroy Avenue,
Balmain
Chiswick Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Bortfield Drive,
Chiswick
Woolwich Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Collingwood Street,
Woolwich
Tambourine Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Sydney Water advised a sewage overflow occurred on 24 March 2021 which affected Tambourine Bay. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details. Recent Beachwatch testing indicates this overflow is no longer impacting water quality at Tambourine Bay.
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Kallaroo Road,
Riverview
Woodford Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o 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 26/04/2021
Address Dunois Street,
Longueville
Greenwich Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
21o C
Patrol information:
Baths open from 3 October 2020 until April 2021.
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 26/04/2021
Address Cnr Albert St & O'Connell St, Greenwich,
Greenwich