Freshwater Beach, NSW

Where Duke Kahanamoku introduced surfing to Australia in 1915 — a compact, punchy beach break flanked by headlands.

Live AI Coastal Briefing

Good morning and welcome to our coastal weather report for Wednesday, 27 May. We're coming to you live from a stunning beach destination, famous for its compact, punchy beach break that's been a favourite among surfers since Duke Kahanamoku introduced the sport to Australia back in 1915. The beach is flanked by headlands, creating fast, hollow waves on south swells, and with rips along both headlands, it's a spot that demands respect from all who enter the water.



The ocean conditions are certainly worth noting today, with a wave height of 2.12 metres, which is well overhead and really only suitable for expert surfers. The water temperature is a pleasant 20.1 degrees Celsius, so you'll still need a spring suit or rashie to stay comfortable in the water. With high tide at 5:53 pm and low tide at 11:23 am, there's plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy the ocean, whether you're surfing, swimming, or just paddling around.



If you're planning on getting active today, the conditions are looking pretty good, with light winds of just 8 km/h from the west, gusting up to 12 km/h. Surfers will love the challenge of tackling those big waves, while runners and cyclists will enjoy the cool, overcast conditions, with a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius and 100% cloud cover. Anglers might find the conditions a bit tricky, but paddleboarders should have a great time exploring the coastline, and with no rain expected, it's a great day to get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery.



As we head into the afternoon, the outlook is looking pretty settled, with no chance of rain and plenty of cloud cover to keep things cool. With a low UV alert, you won't need to worry too much about sun protection, but still be sure to slip, slop, slap, and seek some shade if you're planning on spending the day outdoors. We hope you've enjoyed our coastal weather report, and we'll catch you back here again soon, with all the latest news and updates from our beautiful beach destination.