Home Beach Straddie Water Temperature & Swim Forecast
Sheltered Straddie family beach.
Pleasant water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
Model estimate · modelled, not a buoy measurement. How accurate is this?
Location
Home Beach Straddie on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.
7-day forecast
Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.
Rash vest or swimsuit
At 23.2°C most swimmers and surfers are comfortable in a swimsuit or thin rash top.
Recommendation tuned for Home Beach Straddie's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.
Home Beach Straddie swimming conditions summary
- Water temperature
- 23.2°C
- Water feels
- Pleasant
- Swimmable today
- Yes — comfortable for most swimmers
- Swim conditions score
- 87/100 · Excellent
- Wetsuit needed
- Rash vest or swimsuit
- Air temperature
- —
- Waves
- —
- Wind
- —
- UV index
- —
- Average sea temperature (September)
- 23.0 °C
- Warmest months to swim
- January, February, March
At 23.2°C most swimmers and surfers are comfortable in a swimsuit or thin rash top. Model estimate. Water, wave, wind and UV values are Open-Meteo marine/weather model estimates, refreshed hourly — not buoy measurements.
Frequently asked questions
Can I swim at Home Beach Straddie right now?
The sea at Home Beach Straddie is currently 23.2°C — great swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.
What will the sea temperature be at Home Beach Straddie next week?
Based on long-term September averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Home Beach Straddie to sit close to 24.4°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.
When is the best month to swim at Home Beach Straddie?
January – February – March are typically the warmest months to swim at Home Beach Straddie, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.
Do I need a wetsuit at Home Beach Straddie?
With water currently at 23.2°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.
Can I swim at Home Beach Straddie today?
The sea is currently 23.2°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.
- • Located in Queensland, Australia (Coral Sea).
- • Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
- • Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.
Monthly sea temperature averages
Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.
Best time to swim in Home Beach Straddie
The sea in Home Beach Straddie peaks in February, when the water averages around 28°C.
The main swimming season runs from January – December, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 12 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
The coldest month is typically July at around 22°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Home Beach Straddie sits in the Southern Hemisphere, so the warmest sea coincides with the December–February summer and the coolest with July–August.
Home Beach Straddie sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Home Beach Straddie shows an annual mean sea temperature of 25°C, ranging from 22°C in winter to 28°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 6°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Home Beach Straddie, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Home Beach Straddie sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Home Beach Straddie?
February is the warmest month in Home Beach Straddie, when the sea averages about 28°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Home Beach Straddie?
The coldest month in Home Beach Straddie is typically July, when the water averages around 22°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Home Beach Straddie without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Home Beach Straddie runs from January – December — about 12 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in Home Beach Straddie?
Home Beach Straddie stays warm year-round, so most swimmers never need a wetsuit — a rash guard is usually enough for sun and wildlife protection.
What is the average sea temperature in Home Beach Straddie?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Home Beach Straddie is about 25°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Home Beach Straddie?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Home Beach Straddie, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Year-round sea temperature
Best swim months: Jan – Feb – Mar – Apr – May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct – Nov – Dec
| Month | Sea | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27°C | Hot |
| Feb ⭐ | 28°C | Hot |
| Mar | 27°C | Hot |
| Apr | 26°C | Hot |
| May | 24°C | Warm |
| Jun | 23°C | Warm |
| Jul | 22°C | Warm |
| Aug | 22°C | Warm |
| Sep | 23°C | Warm |
| Oct | 25°C | Warm |
| Nov | 26°C | Hot |
| Dec | 27°C | Hot |
Nearby beaches
The closest coastline, with live water temperatures.