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Botany Bay

Beach

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 63°F (17°C)

Live data from offshore buoy 62304 (25.5 mi away), as of Oct 21, 4:00 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — offshore buoy 62304, as of Oct 21, 4:00 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for South East England yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 63°F at Botany Bay now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

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Botany Bay is a bay in Broadstairs facing the north sea, Kent, England. Botany Bay is the northernmost of seven bays in Broadstairs. The bay features chalk cliffs, formerly a sea stack and is a popular tourist location.

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Weather at Botany Bay

57°F, Overcast · H 59° / L 52° · 61% chance of rain
H: 59° L: 52°
Overcast
Overcast
57°
|
Feels like 44°
Precipitation
61%
Humidity
68%
Wind
22 mph
UV Index
0
Weather notes:
🏄Good for surfing/sailing
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
55°
3 AM
Clear
55°
6 AM
Overcast
56°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
54°
12 PM
Light drizzle
59°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
52°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
53°
9 PM
Overcast
53°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Botany Bay?
Botany Bay is a beach in South East England.
What is the water temperature at Botany Bay?
As of October 21, 2026, the water temperature at Botany Bay in South East England is 63°F (17°C), measured by offshore buoy 62304, 25.5 miles away.
Can you swim at Botany Bay?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 21, 2026.
What amenities does Botany Bay have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Botany Bay include Swimming.

Location & Contact

South East England

🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
  • ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
  • ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
  • ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions

Features & amenities

Amenities

🏊 Swimming
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