
The most detailed information about the water temperature in Nelson Bay in Tasman Sea (New South Wales, Australia). Forecast of changes in water temperature for the next 10 days. Statistics by months for recent years. Information about the neighboring resorts. Weather forecast in Nelson Bay for a week.
Water temperature in Nelson Bay right now
data updated 8 minutes ago67°F

yesterday: 67°F
a week ago: 66°F
Trend: slow rise
Today water temperature in Nelson Bay is 67.6°F. This water is cool and invigorating, but for many people it is already comfortable enough for swimming. In general, this temperature is considered normal, but if your circulation is impaired, the water may still feel cool. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 69°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today is slightly lower than the average on this day in recent years. Its value has rise both over the past 20 days and over the past week. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 66°F. Water temperature range in Nelson Bay In December is from 64 to 80 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Nelson Bay will slowly rise for at least the next 10 days and reach a value of 70°F.
Table of water temperature values in Nelson Bay
Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
Nov 24 | 19.7°C | 19.8°C | |
Nov 25 | 19.5°C | 20.0°C | |
Nov 26 | 19.6°C | 20.3°C | |
Nov 27 | 20.2°C | 20.0°C | |
Nov 28 | 20.1°C | 20.5°C | |
Nov 29 | 20.6°C | 20.8°C | |
Nov 30 | 19.8°C | 20.3°C | |
Dec 1 | 19.8°C | 21.0°C | |
Dec 2 | 21.0°C | 19.8°C | |
Dec 3 | 21.0°C | 19.8°C | |
Dec 4 | 21.0°C | 19.8°C | |
Dec 5 | 21.3°C | 20.1°C | |
Dec 6 | 21.3°C | 20.1°C | |
Dec 7 | 22.0°C | 20.7°C | |
Dec 8 | 22.0°C | 20.7°C |
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in past years
*** Forecast - Our forecast for the water temperature
Actual nearshore temperatures may vary by several degrees from the indicated values. This is noticeable after heavy rain or after prolonged periods of strong winds. Some downstream winds cause cold, deep waters to replace surface waters that have been warmed by the sun.
To develop a forecast, we use our own mathematical model, which takes into account the current change in water temperature, historical data and the main weather trends, wind strength and direction, air temperature in each specific region. We also take into account data for other resorts in Australia.

Annual graph of average water temperature change in Nelson Bay

Water temperature in Nelson Bay by month
Nelson Bay located in the southern hemisphere, at latitude 32 degrees. The water temperature is comfortable for swimming here in 11 months of the year: in January, in February, in March, in April, in May, in June, in July, in September, in October, In November, In December. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Nelson Bay is 71°F, by the seasons: in winter 66°F, in spring 69°F, in summer 74°F, in autumn 73°F. Minimum water temperature (63°F) in Nelson Bay it happens in July, maximum (78°F) in February.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Nelson Bay changes in each specific month:
Nelson Bay: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
City | Water* | Distance** |
Corlette | 67°C ![]() ![]() | 3km |
Hawks Nest | 68°C ![]() ![]() | 7km |
Port Stephens | 67°C ![]() ![]() | 7km |
Newcastle | 68°C ![]() ![]() | 41km |
Eleebana | 67°C ![]() ![]() | 56km |
Belmont | 68°C ![]() ![]() | 57km |
Rathmines | 68°C ![]() ![]() | 63km |
Forster | 69°C ![]() ![]() | 69km |
Gorokan | 68°C ![]() ![]() | 84km |
The Entrance | 68°C ![]() ![]() | 91km |
Long Jetty | 69°C ![]() ![]() | 95km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers

The warmest water today in Australia recorded in Parap, its value is 86°F. Lowest - in Portland, there water temperature now 58°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 69°F.
Water temperature data in Nelson Bay and neighboring towns and resorts collected from various sources, using buoys, using satellite maps of sea, river and lake surfaces of the NOAA agency.
We use data from various local authorities in each specific location of the world to more accurately reflect temperature values.
The nearest airport is located in a 30 kilometers. This is Newcastle (NTL) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Nelson Bay: weather forecast
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