Ningaloo - Coral Bay Sea Temperature
Updated Mon 05:52 (Australia/Brisbane)
Australia · Forecast updated Aug 10, 2026, 05:52 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
22.9°C
73.2°F
Mild water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 22.9°C (73.1°F).
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 22.9°C, versus 22.7°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Mild water
A rash guard is useful; cold-sensitive snorkelers may prefer a shorty wetsuit.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Ningaloo - Coral Bay, monthly averages range from about 22.9°C (73.1°F) in August to 24.0°C (75.1°F) in June.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Ningaloo - Coral Bay has been 23.0°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 22.8°C / 73.0°F | 24.0°C / 75.1°F | 24.9°C / 76.8°F |
| July | 22.3°C / 72.1°F | 23.1°C / 73.6°F | 24.0°C / 75.2°F |
| August | 22.2°C / 72.0°F | 22.9°C / 73.1°F | 23.5°C / 74.3°F |
Profile calculated from 1694 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Ningaloo - Coral Bay
Sheltered bay where the Ningaloo reef sits just metres off the beach.
- Area
- Western Australia
Ningaloo - Coral Bay Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Ningaloo - Coral Bay today?
The current sea surface temperature in Ningaloo - Coral Bay is 22.9°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 23.0°C.
When is the water warmest in Ningaloo - Coral Bay?
The warmest monthly average in the Ningaloo - Coral Bay archive is June, at around 24.0°C (75.1°F).
When is the water coldest in Ningaloo - Coral Bay?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is August, at around 22.9°C (73.1°F).
Can you swim in Ningaloo - Coral Bay today?
At 22.9°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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