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Covetrip / Beach / Byron Bay, NSW, Australia

Byron Bay Main Beach

4.9 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Byron Bay Main Beach is at Byron Bay, NSW, Australia in Byron & North Coast NSW, Australia.

Byron Bay Main Beach at Byron Bay, NSW, Australia. Iconic destination beach known worldwide. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

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At a glance

Water temperature
21 °C
Sea state
Rough
Waves
1.46 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Byron & North Coast NSW
Country
Australia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Byron Bay Main Beach?

Byron Bay, NSW, Australia

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Byron & North Coast NSW, Australia

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

18/09
22°
11°
Wind 19 km/h
UV index 7
19/09
24°
11°
Wind 13 km/h
UV index 7
20/09
24°
11°
Wind 19 km/h
UV index 7
21/09
26°
14°
Wind 16 km/h
UV index 7
22/09
22°
16°
Wind 23 km/h
UV index 4
23/09
22°
18°
Wind 20 km/h
UV index 4
24/09
20°
16°
Wind 18 km/h
UV index 4

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
25.2°
Feb
26°
Mar
25.8°
Apr
24.6°
May
23°
Jun
21.5°
Jul
20.1°
Aug
20.2°
Sep
20.9°
Oct
21.8°
Nov
21°
Dec
23.4°

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