Australia · Updated Fri 01:54 (AEST) · Source: Snapshot · Forecast data is delayed
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Forecast delayed Data updated Fri 01:54 (AEST)Forecast data is delayed. Current recommendations are unavailable; check official advisories.
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Model estimates using Open-Meteo; not observations or safety guarantees. Check official advisories and conditions at the beach.
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Main risk: Changing Conditions
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These notes help with planning. Rules and closures can change.
AccessMost Great Barrier Reef snorkeling is a boat trip from Cairns, Port Douglas or an island. Use the site cards below, not the mainland harbour, for the reef forecast.
ParkingParking and boat-harbour rules vary by operator and town. Use marked spaces and never block ramps or residents.
ReservationsMany of the best reefs here are boat-only. Book a permitted operator and ask about weather cancellations.
ClosuresWind, swell, and park rules can close a site even when the town beach looks calm. Check the official source before entering.
Marine lifeDo not touch, chase, or feed marine life. Stay off coral and follow local park rules.
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No daylight hour meets the good model threshold in the next 72 hours. Check the hourly table for details.
Main blockers across the next 72 hours:
Drift estimate from wind, swell, current and warm water.
Low drift risk now.
water is warm enough for occasional jellyfish; surface drift/current is noticeable; local shoreline exposure is not mapped yet.
Sightings override the model: if you see small purple jellyfish with long trailing tentacles, treat them as sting-capable and give them space.
Next early morning high tide: Sun 06:00
Fri 17:00, Sat 18:00, Sun 06:00, Sun 18:00
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