Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Point Piper, Australia
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Point Piper...
Point Piper is a coastal city in Australia.
It is a relatively small coastal town close to the water with a population of 1406 people.
The water temperature around Point Piper varies slightly throughout the year.
The temperature ranges from 16.9°C (62.5°F) in August up to 23.2°C (73.8°F) in the month of February, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 20°C (68°F) and the best time for water activities is late winter, since Point Piper is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.
What is the current water temperature near Point Piper?
The current water temperature in the month of December near Point Piper is approximately:
0°C (32°F)
Are there surf spots close to Point Piper?
Yes, there are several surf spots close to Point Piper. The nearest one is South Bondi, which is only 2.3km (1.7miles) away from Point Piper.
Click here to check out more information on South Bondi and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Point Piper are
Tama Reef, which is approximately 2.7km (1.7miles) away, and
Mckenzies, located 2.7km (1.7miles) from Point Piper.
Are there nice beaches near by?
No, not too many beaches are in close proximity to Point Piper. The closest decent one is
Oreti Beach, which is almost 1186.9km (737.2miles) away from Point Piper. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try
Golden Bay, which is ca 1224.3km (760.4miles) away from Point Piper.
Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Point Piper?
The water temperature around Point Piper is warm, reaching up to 23°C (74°F) in the months of January, February, and March. During this time, in the late summer, a 1mm top or a jumpsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Point Piper. Nevertheless, during late summer, temperatures reach lows of 17°C (62°F). During this time, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a 4/3 wetsuit.
How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Point Piper?
Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 17 to 22°C (62-71°F) during July, August, and September. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions usually change during January, February, and March when temperatures range from 18 to 23°C (65-74°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.
Directions to Point Piper: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
