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Rainfall data has been used to predict the likelihood of bacterial contamination at Sydney's ocean beaches. Hover over maps for council updates, the latest weekly star ratings and annual Beach Suitability Grades. Alert For information on beach closures please contact relevant authorities such as local councils.



Legend Pollution is unlikely, enjoy your swim! Pollution is possible, take care. Pollution is likely, avoid swimming today. Updated information available. More information about this forecast As a general precaution, swimming at Sydney's oceans beaches should be avoided for up to one day after heavy rainfall or for as long as stormwater is present. The most obvious signs of stormwater pollution are water discolouration as well as debris in the water and on the tide line. Beach Conditions Weather – Cloudy. High chance of showers during the morning and afternoon. Winds – N/NE 15 to 25 km/h. Rainfall – 0.5mm in the previous 24 hours. Expected maximum temperature – 22oC Ocean temperature – 18oC Swell – Southerly 1 to 1.5 metres, decreasing to around 1 metre later in the evening. High tide – 1.75 metres at 10:15 Low tide – 0.23 metres at 16:27 Subscribe to forecast Report pollution 131 555

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Palm Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Ocean Road,

Palm Beach Ocean Road,Palm Beach Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Whale Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

The Strand,

Whale Beach The Strand,Whale Beach Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Avalon Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Barrenjoey Road,

Avalon Barrenjoey Road,Avalon Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Bilgola Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Bilgola Avenue,

Bilgola Bilgola Avenue,Bilgola Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Newport Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Barrenjoey Road,

Newport Barrenjoey Road,Newport Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Bungan Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled weekends and public holidays from 27 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Patrolled 7 days during peak summer holidays. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Access via Bungan Head Rd,

Newport Access via Bungan Head Rd,Newport Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Mona Vale Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Surfview Road,

Mona Vale Surfview Road,Mona Vale Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Warriewood Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled weekends and public holidays from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Patrolled 7 days during the months of December, January and February - and during spring and autumn school holidays. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Narrabeen Park Parade,

Warriewood Narrabeen Park Parade,Warriewood 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.

Turimetta Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o 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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Narrabeen Park Parade,

Warriewood Narrabeen Park Parade,Warriewood 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.

Birdwood Park (Narrabeen Lagoon) Today's beach conditions

Pollution is possible . Take care.

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Swimming area 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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Ocean Street,

Narrabeen Ocean Street,Narrabeen 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.

North Narrabeen Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Narrabeen Lagoon is open. Look for signs of pollution before swimming (odour, discolouration, debris).

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

End of Malcolm Street,

Narrabeen End of Malcolm Street,Narrabeen 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.

Collaroy Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Access via Birdwood Avenue,

Collaroy Access via Birdwood Avenue,Collaroy 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.

Long Reef Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Access via Pittwater Road,

Collaroy Access via Pittwater Road,Collaroy 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.

Dee Why Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 30 September 2019 until 31 May 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Cnr Dee Why Parade & The Strand,

Dee Why Cnr Dee Why Parade & The Strand,Dee Why Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

North Curl Curl Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

End of Huston Parade,

North Curl Curl End of Huston Parade,North Curl Curl 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.

South Curl Curl Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Carrington Parade,

Curl Curl Carrington Parade,Curl Curl Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Freshwater Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 30 September 2019 until 31 May 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

End of Kooloora Avenue,

Freshwater End of Kooloora Avenue,Freshwater 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.

Queenscliff Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 27 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

North Steyne,

Manly North Steyne,Manly 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.

North Steyne Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled on weekends and public holidays between 28 September 2019 until 30 May 2019. Also patrolled 7 days during the Christmas school holidays.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

North Steyne,

Manly North Steyne,Manly 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.

South Steyne Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days year round. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

South Steyne,

Manly South Steyne,Manly 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.

Shelly Beach (Manly) Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o 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.

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From 08/09/2020 From 08/09/2020 Address

Bower Street,

Manly Bower Street,Manly Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Bondi Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days year round. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 10/09/2020 From 10/09/2020 Address

Queen Elizabeth Drive,

Bondi Queen Elizabeth Drive,Bondi 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.

Gordons Bay (East) Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o 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.

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From 10/09/2020 From 10/09/2020 Address

Accessed via Coastal Walkway, Victory St,

Clovelly Accessed via Coastal Walkway, Victory St,Clovelly 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.

Tamarama Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 9 September 2019 until end of June 2020.



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.

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From 10/09/2020 From 10/09/2020 Address

Pacific Drive,

Tamarama Pacific Drive,Tamarama 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.

Bronte Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is possible . Take care.

Sydney Water has advised of a sewage overflow nearby on 19 September 2020 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 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days year round. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 10/09/2020 From 10/09/2020 Address

Access via Bronte Rd,

Bronte Access via Bronte Rd,Bronte 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.

Clovelly Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 28 September 2019 until 26 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 10/09/2020 From 10/09/2020 Address

Donnellan Circuit,

Clovelly Donnellan Circuit,Clovelly Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Coogee Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days year round. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 10/09/2020 From 10/09/2020 Address

Arden Street,

Coogee Arden Street,Coogee 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.

Maroubra Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days year round.



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.

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From 10/09/2020 From 10/09/2020 Address

Marine Parade,

Maroubra Marine Parade,Maroubra Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Malabar Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is possible . Take care.

Ocean temperature is 18o 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.

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From 10/09/2020 From 10/09/2020 Address

Fishermans Road,

Malabar Fishermans Road,Malabar 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.

Little Bay Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o 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.

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From 10/09/2020 From 10/09/2020 Address

Access via Murra Murra Pl,

Little Bay Access via Murra Murra Pl,Little Bay 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.

Boat Harbour Today's beach conditions

Pollution is possible . Take care.

Ocean temperature is 18o 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.

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From 11/09/2020 From 11/09/2020 Address

Sir Joseph Banks Drive,

Kurnell Sir Joseph Banks Drive,Kurnell 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.

Greenhills Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o 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.

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From 11/09/2020 From 11/09/2020 Address

Bate Bay Road,

Kurnell Bate Bay Road,Kurnell Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Wanda Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 23 September 2019 until 26 April 2020.



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.

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From 11/09/2020 From 11/09/2020 Address

Marine Esplanade,

Cronulla Marine Esplanade,Cronulla Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Elouera Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 23 September 2019 until 26 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 11/09/2020 From 11/09/2020 Address

Mitchell Road,

Cronulla Mitchell Road,Cronulla Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

North Cronulla Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days from 23 September 2019 until 26 April 2020. Always check with lifeguards for the latest beach conditions.



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.

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From 11/09/2020 From 11/09/2020 Address

Prince Street,

Cronulla Prince Street,Cronulla Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

South Cronulla Beach Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o C Patrol information: Patrolled 7 days year round. During off season (May - Sept), patrolled between 7:30am - 5pm.



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.

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From 11/09/2020 From 11/09/2020 Address

Gerrale Street,

Cronulla Gerrale Street,Cronulla Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.

Shelly Beach (Sutherland) Today's beach conditions

Pollution is unlikely . Enjoy your swim!

Ocean temperature is 18o 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.

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From 11/09/2020 From 11/09/2020 Address

Ewos Parade,

Cronulla Ewos Parade,Cronulla Water quality is suitable for swimming almost all of the time, with very few potential sources of faecal contamination.