Water temperature in Chatswood
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Thursday, October 29, at 3:54 pm (GMT+13)- Today
- 62.6–63.0 °F
- Air today
- 55 / 66 °F
- Wed 4
- 64.3 °F
- Wetsuit
- 3/2 mm
Today the water in Chatswood is 63.0 °F and ranges 62.6–63.0 °F through the day, with the air between 55 °F and 66 °F. It warms over the next few days: about 64.3 °F by Wednesday 4.
Measured by satellite
This is the temperature satellites measured 2 days ago in the water just below the surface, at the nearest point of sea to Chatswood (0.8 mi away), from NASA's MUR analysis, which sees the water in 1 km detail. It isn't a forecast: the big figure above is what a model gives for right now. On sunny afternoons the top of the water can be a little warmer.
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
The water over the next few days
- Today
- Fri 30
- Sat 31
- Sun 1
- Mon 2
- Tue 3
- Wed 4
- Thu 5
- Fri 6
- Sat 7
Water temperature by month vs. normal
The water off Chatswood is warmer than normal for late October today (+1.3 °F).
- 68.5° 68°JanJ
- 70.1° 70°FebF
- 69.0° 69°MarM
- 67.0° 67°AprA
- 64.0° 64°MayM
- 60.7° 61°JunJ
- 58.0° 58°JulJ
- 56.9° 57°AugA
- 57.6° 58°SepS
- 59.6° 60°OctO
- 62.5° 62°NovN
- 65.8° 66°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
The best time to swim in Chatswood is from January to March, when the water averages 68.5–70.1 °F.
The water is warmest in February (70.1 °F on average) and coldest in August (56.9 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 15 mi away). Right by the shore, the water can be a little colder or warmer. Sources and licenses
Water and air, day by day
| Day | Water | Air | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 62.6–63.0 °F | 55 / 66 °F | 1.8 ft |
| Fri 30 | 62.1–62.6 °F | 56 / 64 °F | 2.2 ft |
| Sat 31 | 61.9–62.4 °F | 54 / 61 °F | 1.5 ft |
| Sun 1 | 62.1–62.8 °F | 47 / 62 °F | 1.4 ft |
| Mon 2 | 62.2–63.3 °F | 60 / 64 °F | 2.1 ft |
| Tue 3 | 62.8–64.2 °F | 59 / 64 °F | 1.2 ft |
| Wed 4 | 63.9–64.8 °F | 60 / 65 °F | 1.6 ft |
Which wetsuit to wear
| Water | Wetsuit | How it feels |
|---|---|---|
| < 52 °F | 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves | Very cold: full kit only |
| 52°–57 °F | 5/4 mm with booties | Cold: takes your breath away |
| 57°–63 °F | 4/3 mm | Cool |
| 63°–66 °F | 3/2 mm | Mild |
| 66°–72 °F | Shorty (springsuit) | Pleasant |
| 72°–75 °F | Rash guard or top | Very pleasant |
| > 75 °F | No wetsuit | Warm |
A rough guide: it depends on the wind, how long you stay in and each person.
Fish are cold-blooded: the water sets their activity. Sudden temperature changes usually put them off the bite; with steady water, activity is more regular.
Questions about the water in ChatswoodQuestions
What's the water temperature today in Chatswood?
63.0 °F; through the day it ranges 62.6–63.0 °F.
Will the water get warmer or colder?
It warms over the next few days: about 64.3 °F by Wednesday 4.
Which wetsuit do I need today?
With the water as it is today, 3/2 mm (mild). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in Chatswood in October?
In October, the water in Chatswood averages 59.6 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: 4/3 mm (cool).
How warm is the water in Chatswood in February?
In February, the water in Chatswood averages 70.1 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: shorty (springsuit) (pleasant).
When is the best time to swim in Chatswood?
The best time to swim in Chatswood is from January to March, when the water averages 68.5–70.1 °F. The water is warmest in February (70.1 °F on average) and coldest in August (56.9 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off Chatswood is warmer than normal for late October today (+1.3 °F).
More about Chatswood today
Water temperature near Chatswood
Only places with a different forecast: spots a few miles apart share the same model cell and wouldn't add anything.
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Sea surface temperature: Open-Meteo with Météo-France / Copernicus Marine, CC BY 4.0; grid point 8.9 mi away. Near the shore, in coves and estuaries, the water can be a little colder or warmer.
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 3:54 pm (local time).
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