Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Slacks Creek, Australia

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Slacks Creek...

Slacks Creek is a coastal city in Australia. It is a comparatively little city close to the water with a population of 5965 people. The water temperature around Slacks Creek changes moderately during the year. The temperature ranges from 17.3°C (63.1°F) in July up to 26.2°C (79.2°F) in the month of February, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 22°C (72°F) and the best time for water activities is late winter, since Slacks Creek 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 Slacks Creek?

The current water temperature in the month of February near Slacks Creek is about:

Are there surf spots near Slacks Creek?

There are not too many surf spots close to Slacks Creek. A spot that might be worth checking out is South Stradie, which is roughly 25.8km (16.3miles) away from Slacks Creek. Click here for more information on South Stradie and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Slacks Creek are The Spit, which is roughly 26.3km (16.3miles) away, and Main beach, located approximately 28.2km (17.5miles) from Slacks Creek.

Are there beautiful beaches near by?

No, not too many beaches are close to Slacks Creek. A beach, which is not too far away, is Ninety Mile Beach, which is almost 1225km (760.9miles) away from Slacks Creek. If you don't mind the drive, you can also visit Bayleys Beach, which is 1287.2km (799.5miles) away from Slacks Creek.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Slacks Creek?

The water temperature around Slacks Creek is very warm, reaching up to 26°C (79°F) in the months of January, February, and March. During this time, in the late summer, a rashguard or 1mm wetsuit top might be required for sensitive people, but most will be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during summer, temperatures drop down to 17°C (63°F). During this season, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Slacks Creek?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 17 to 22°C (63-72°F) during summer. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions normally change during winter when temperatures reach 21 to 26°C (70-79°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Slacks Creek: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Slacks Creek...

Do you know what the the city Tillamook in the United States, the city Riviere du Rempart in the Mauritius, and Iberian Plain have in common with Slacks Creek? Click on the links to find out...