Is Gibson's Beach good for swimming today?
Gibson's Beach has BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Gibson's Beach today
Gibson's Beach is a BeachFinder spot in AU-E, AU. Today, compare water temperature 21°C, wind 1 km/h · E, uv 8.7, waves 1.2 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
21°C
Wind
1 km/h · E
UV
8.7
Waves
1.2 m
Water quality
Check official advisories
Last updated: Nov 6, 10:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 79/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 6, 10:45 AM
Water temp
21°C
Air temp
21°C
Feels like
23°C
UV index
8.7
Wind
1 km/h · E
Gust 13 km/h
Waves
1.2 m
Current
1 km/h · SW
Parking
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Gibson's Beach
For a beach day in Australia, put Gibson's Beach on a shortlist instead of treating the result as guaranteed. The right activity depends on current marine conditions and local authority instructions. A stable beach identity and a live swimming decision are different questions, and the page treats them separately. Use the source record to establish what is known before interpreting the live panels. The verified surface field for this location reads sand. The recorded map position is -33.84658, 151.28080, which helps distinguish this beach from similarly named places. The map relationship links this beach with Camp Cove Beach at about 0.8 km, Shark Beach at about 1.4 km and Obelisk Beach at about 2.6 km; use them as active backups if the first conditions disappoint. The final check should match the intended activity and arrival time. The page’s strongest practical themes are how to reach the entry point without assuming parking. They belong in the live decision layer, not in permanent claims. Reopen the comparison if arrival is delayed, and let posted restrictions or safety instructions replace the earlier choice. When the group has mixed abilities, decide for the least confident swimmer and keep the shore-based alternative clear before anyone enters the water. After rain, heat or strong onshore wind, recheck local water-quality and hazard information even when the earlier forecast looked straightforward.
About this spot
Readers considering Gibson's Beach can move from place identity to action without hiding uncertainty. The record fixes the beach within Australia, while nearby options and timestamped conditions make it possible to change plans for a clear reason. The map relationship links this beach with Camp Cove Beach at about 0.8 km, Shark Beach at about 1.4 km and Obelisk Beach at about 2.6 km; use them as active backups if the first conditions disappoint.
Updated 7/4/2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the water temperature at Gibson's Beach today?
21°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Gibson's Beach today?
1 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Gibson's Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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