Is Byron Bay safe to swim?


Is Byron Bay safe to swim? Main Beach, Clarkes and The Pass Main Beach has a surf-safety patrol on guard all year round. The Pass is a favourite – shallow for the kids, yet perfect for surfers of all ages too, so grab a board and join in.


Have human remains been found in Byron Bay?

Police say a bone discovered in water off Byron Bay in northern New South Wales is human.


How many days in Byron Bay is enough?

Spend at least 3 days in Byron Bay to enjoy the beaches and restaurants and head into the hinterland for a day. You can easily fill 5-7 days in Byron Bay if you have the time. Byron Bay is a great destination to visit all year round.


How cold is the water in Byron Bay?

The warmest water temperature is in February with an average around 80.8°F / 27.1°C. The coldest month is August with an average water temperature of 70.7°F / 21.5°C.


What celebrities have moved to Byron Bay?

The couple, who are usually based in Los Angeles, are the latest celebrities to flock to Byron Bay – whose famous past and current residents include Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky, Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso, and Zac Efron.


Why is Byron Bay expensive?

Byron Bay's soaring popularity as a playground for the rich, famous and sea-changers has pushed its house prices to record levels - and into the $3 million club.


Is it worth going to Byron Bay?

An iconic beach destination, Byron Bay is a great place to holiday at any time of the year. The spring months are warm and relatively dry, so you may want to time your visit before the busy summer holiday season. Come in autumn and you'll still enjoy good beach weather.


Are celebrities leaving Byron Bay?

But in 2021 Chris Hemsworth and his wife Elsa Pataky were rumoured to be selling their $20m Byron compound after moving to Sydney. During that same year, his brother Liam also left Byron to move to LA with his model girlfriend Gabriella Brooks.


Can you drink alcohol on the beach in Byron Bay?

No, the beaches in Byron Bay are alcohol free zones. This also applies to public parkland and most of the streets around town.


Can you swim in Byron Bay in July?

The ocean temperature is also still warm enough to enjoy participating in water sports such as surfing and other activities such as swimming. That's not to say you can't enjoy a holiday to Byron Bay in the peak of summer or in the middle of winter because you definitely can.