
Tuesday 24 May 2022
Issued at 11:30 AM
Rainfall data has been used to predict the likelihood of bacterial contamination at swimming sites in Sydney Harbour.
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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 – Cloudy. High chance of showers, increasing to very high chance near the coast. The chance of a thunderstorm.
Winds – Light.
Rainfall – 79.5mm in the previous 4 days.
Expected maximum temperature – 20oC
Ocean temperature – 22oC
Swell – Southerly 1.5 metres inshore, increasing to 1.5 to 2 metres offshore.
High tide – 1.46 metres at 16:15
Low tide – 0.5 metres at 09:59
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Watsons Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Sydney Water advised a sewage overflow occurred on 02 May 2022 which may have affected this site. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details. Recent Beachwatch testing indicates this overflow is no longer impacting water quality at Watsons Bay.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Marine Parade,
Watsons Bay

Camp Cove
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Cove Street,
Watsons Bay

Parsley Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Horler Avenue,
Vaucluse

Nielsen Park
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Greycliffe Avenue,
Vaucluse

Rose Bay Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Pollution is likely due to rainfall. Sydney Water has advised of a sewage overflow nearby on 15 May 2022 which may affect this site. As a precaution, swimming should be avoided due to the possibility of pollution. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Vickery Avenue,
Rose Bay

Murray Rose Pool
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Pollution is likely due to rainfall. Sydney Water advised a sewage overflow occurred on 12 May 2022 which may have affected this site. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details. Recent Beachwatch testing indicates this overflow is no longer impacting water quality at Murray Rose Pool.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address New South Head Road,
Point Piper

Hayes Street Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Hayes Street,
Neutral Bay

Clifton Gardens
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Morella Road,
Mosman

Balmoral Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Coronation Avenue,
Mosman

Edwards Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address The Esplanade,
Mosman

Chinamans Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address McLean Crescent,
Mosman

Northbridge Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Widgiewah Road,
Northbridge

Davidson Reserve
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Healey Way,
Forestville

Gurney Crescent Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Access via Gurney Cres,
Seaforth

Clontarf Pool
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Pollution is likely due to rainfall. Sydney Water has advised of a sewage overflow nearby on 24 May 2022 which may affect this site. As a precaution, swimming should be avoided due to the possibility of pollution. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90 for details.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Sandy Bay Road,
Clontarf

Forty Baskets Pool
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Beatty Street,
Balgowlah Heights

Fairlight Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Lauderdale Avenue,
Fairlight

Manly Cove
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address West Esplanade,
Manly

Little Manly Cove
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
unlikely. Enjoy your swim!
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Craig Avenue,
Manly

Cabarita Beach
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Cabarita Road,
Cabarita

Dawn Fraser Pool
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
possible. Take care.
Ocean temperature is
22o C
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 10/05/2022
Address Fitzroy Avenue,
Balmain

Chiswick Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Bortfield Drive,
Chiswick

Woolwich Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Collingwood Street,
Woolwich

Tambourine Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Kallaroo Road,
Riverview

Woodford Bay
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o 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 10/05/2022
Address Dunois Street,
Longueville

Greenwich Baths
Today's beach conditions
Pollution is
likely. Avoid swimming today.
Ocean temperature is
22o C
Patrol information:
Baths open from 2 October 2021 until April 2022.
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 10/05/2022
Address Cnr Albert St & O'Connell St, Greenwich,
Greenwich