
The most detailed information about the water temperature in Port Stephens 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 Port Stephens for a week.
Water temperature in Port Stephens right now
data updated 5 minutes ago73°F

yesterday: 73°F
a week ago: 73°F
Trend: stability
Today water temperature in Port Stephens is 73.2°F. It is the most comfortable swimming water in any body of water, especially on a hot day. This temperature range is recognized as the most optimal for prolonged bathing. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 66°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today is slightly lower than the average on this day in recent years. Its value has rise over the last week, but has drop compared to 20 days ago. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 71°F. Water temperature range in Port Stephens in February is from 69 to 80 degrees.
According to our forecast, in the next 5-6 days the water temperature in Port Stephens will become lower than today, but in 10 days it will still slightly rise, its value will be 73°F.
Table of water temperature values in Port Stephens
Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
Jan 28 | 23.3°C | 24.3°C | |
Jan 29 | 23.7°C | 23.8°C | |
Jan 30 | 23.6°C | 24.3°C | |
Jan 31 | 23.7°C | 24.5°C | |
Feb 1 | 23.3°C | 24.0°C | |
Feb 2 | 23.6°C | 24.5°C | |
Feb 3 | 22.8°C | 24.0°C | |
Feb 4 | 22.9°C | 24.0°C | |
Feb 5 | 24.8°C | 23.7°C | |
Feb 6 | 25.5°C | 24.3°C | |
Feb 7 | 25.0°C | 23.9°C | |
Feb 8 | 24.8°C | 23.7°C | |
Feb 9 | 24.0°C | 22.9°C | |
Feb 10 | 24.0°C | 22.9°C | |
Feb 11 | 24.8°C | 23.7°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 Port Stephens

Water temperature in Port Stephens by month
Port Stephens located in the southern hemisphere, at latitude 32 degrees. The water temperature is comfortable for swimming here in 12 months of the year: in January, in February, in March, in April, in May, in June, in July, in August, in September, in October, In November, In December. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Port Stephens is 70°F, by the seasons: in winter 66°F, in spring 68°F, in summer 74°F, in autumn 73°F. Minimum water temperature (63°F) in Port Stephens it happens in July, maximum (78°F) in February.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Port Stephens changes in each specific month:
Port Stephens: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
City | Water* | Distance** |
Corlette | 74°C ![]() ![]() | 4km |
Nelson Bay | 73°C ![]() ![]() | 7km |
Hawks Nest | 73°C ![]() ![]() | 12km |
Newcastle | 73°C ![]() ![]() | 36km |
Eleebana | 73°C ![]() ![]() | 51km |
Belmont | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 52km |
Rathmines | 73°C ![]() ![]() | 58km |
Forster | 75°C ![]() ![]() | 73km |
Gorokan | 73°C ![]() ![]() | 80km |
The Entrance | 73°C ![]() ![]() | 87km |
Long Jetty | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 91km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers

The warmest water today in Australia recorded in Port Hedland, its value is 86°F. Lowest - in Lauderdale, there water temperature now 63°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 73°F.
Water temperature data in Port Stephens 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 23 kilometers. This is Newcastle (NTL) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Port Stephens: weather forecast
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