Mooney Mooney Creek Water Temperature Today
Mooney Mooney Creek, a river swimming spot in New South Wales, Australia. The water reaches comfortable swimming temperatures in high summer, and is mild even in winter.
In August Mooney Mooney Creek averages about 15°C, peaking near 25°C in January, February, March and dropping to roughly 15°C at its coldest.
River and swimming-hole temperatures are modelled from long-term monthly averages and refined with live air temperature, wind and UV. Moving water reacts faster to the weather than a lake or the sea.
Mooney Mooney Creek water temperature by month
| Month | Average water temperature | Swimming |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24.3°C | hot |
| February | 25.0°C | hot |
| March | 24.3°C | hot |
| April | 22.5°C | warm |
| May | 20.0°C | warm |
| June | 17.5°C | mild |
| July | 15.7°C | mild |
| August | 15.0°C | mild |
| September | 15.7°C | mild |
| October | 17.5°C | mild |
| November | 20.0°C | warm |
| December | 22.5°C | warm |
Mooney Mooney Creek swim conditions FAQ
What is the water temperature in Mooney Mooney Creek right now?
In August the water in Mooney Mooney Creek averages about 15°C. We refine that long-term average with today's air temperature, because this river responds quickly to the weather.
When is the best time to swim in Mooney Mooney Creek?
The comfortable swim season — 18°C or warmer — runs through January, February, March, April, May, November, December, with the warmest water in January, February, March at around 25°C.
Can you swim in Mooney Mooney Creek in winter?
Yes, but winter temperatures drop to roughly 15°C. Below 12°C, cold-water shock is the main risk: enter slowly, never swim alone, and limit time in the water.
Is Mooney Mooney Creek safe for swimming?
Moving and inland water carries different risks from the sea: check flow after rain, avoid weirs and undercut banks, look for submerged rocks before jumping, and respect local access rules and water-quality notices.
Water safety tips
- Check the flow rate after heavy rain — inland water can rise and speed up within hours.
- Never jump before checking depth and submerged rocks; levels change through the season.
- Enter slowly to control cold-water shock, and get out before you start shivering.
- Swim with someone else and agree an exit point downstream before you start.
Swim season here: January, February, March, April, May, November, December.
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