diane.in.ny Posted April 20, 2018 #1 Share Posted April 20, 2018 We are planning on spending a day in Manly at the end of October. Had two questions about Manly Beach. One was a question about the water temperature. Being the end of Australia's winter, I was thinking the water might be a bit chilly for swimming so thought I'd ask here. The other question was about bathhouses or changing rooms. Are there any on Manly Beach? Or perhaps public toilets that could be used for changing? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted April 21, 2018 #2 Share Posted April 21, 2018 We are planning on spending a day in Manly at the end of October. Had two questions about Manly Beach. One was a question about the water temperature. Being the end of Australia's winter, I was thinking the water might be a bit chilly for swimming so thought I'd ask here. The other question was about bathhouses or changing rooms. Are there any on Manly Beach? Or perhaps public toilets that could be used for changing? Thanks! Around 20c, 66F. Yep there’ll be somewhere to change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MMDown Under Posted April 21, 2018 #3 Share Posted April 21, 2018 Around 20c, 66F.Yep there’ll be somewhere to change. Public toilets on the beach often have separate change rooms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane.in.ny Posted April 21, 2018 Author #4 Share Posted April 21, 2018 Good to know about the changing rooms but 66 F. YIKES! That's cold Maybe I'll just put my feet in the water :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wishfulone Posted April 21, 2018 #5 Share Posted April 21, 2018 Good to know about the changing rooms but 66 F. YIKES! That's cold Maybe I'll just put my feet in the water :D Scaredycat! That's what we call people frightened of a little cold water. You'll find the temps in October invigorating, refreshing and absolutely worthwhile. Go for it Diane. You only live once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane.in.ny Posted April 21, 2018 Author #6 Share Posted April 21, 2018 Scaredycat! That's what we call people frightened of a little cold water. You'll find the temps in October invigorating, refreshing and absolutely worthwhile. Go for it Diane. You only live once. Now you've got me thinking about it. :D I had the opportunity to go swimming in Antarctica. I decided I'd just wade around up to my calves. Pulled off my boots and wool socks, rolled up my pants, and went in. I admit that to this day I regret not coming ashore in my bathing suit and diving in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MMDown Under Posted April 21, 2018 #7 Share Posted April 21, 2018 Now you've got me thinking about it. :DI had the opportunity to go swimming in Antarctica. I decided I'd just wade around up to my calves. Pulled off my boots and wool socks, rolled up my pants, and went in. I admit that to this day I regret not coming ashore in my bathing suit and diving in. I understand your regret. Those who decided to brave the cold Antarctica ocean looked exhilarated from the unique experience, which will stay with them for the rest of their life. So brave our chilly ocean waters by just diving under and enjoy the experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swissmiss6253 Posted April 22, 2018 #8 Share Posted April 22, 2018 I live on the Northern Beaches and this is an excellent site for comparing facilities. https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/recreation-area/manly-beach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane.in.ny Posted April 22, 2018 Author #9 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Appreciate all the encouragement :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swissmiss6253 Posted April 22, 2018 #10 Share Posted April 22, 2018 By the way, It is late April, mid to late Autumn, and I have just got back from the beach (10km north of Manly) passing lots of people in swimmers carrying towels! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banzaii Posted April 22, 2018 #11 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Good to know about the changing rooms but 66 F. YIKES! That's cold Maybe I'll just put my feet in the water :D I think 20°C is more like 68°F. Sydney is at sub-tropical latitudes and the maximum sea temps will only be around 23-24°C or say 73-75°F. Anything above 20°C is considered warm enough for swimming in this area. In saying that there ate plenty of locals who swim year-round. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane.in.ny Posted April 22, 2018 Author #12 Share Posted April 22, 2018 I think 20°C is more like 68°F. Sydney is at sub-tropical latitudes and the maximum sea temps will only be around 23-24°C or say 73-75°F. Anything above 20°C is considered warm enough for swimming in this area. In saying that there ate plenty of locals who swim year-round. Cheers And we have `polar bear` swims in upstate N.Y. not for me lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globaliser Posted April 28, 2018 #13 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Those who decided to brave the cold Antarctica ocean looked exhilarated from the unique experience, which will stay with them for the rest of their life.The photo of me getting out of the water is about the most unattractive photo ever of me on a cruise, but my most prized. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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