Port Stephens boasts a wonderful collection of seaside villages dotted along the Pacific Ocean coast. It also enjoys a majestic sand dune system and picturesque hinterland, all only 3 hours from Sydney. The beaches are excellent, and the local seafood is abundant.
A great way to experience the crystal clear waters of Port Stephens is on a cruise boat or paddling around in a kayak. You can enjoy a scenic dolphin watch cruise around the port, which is home to over 160 resident dolphins. Explore the massive sand dune systems of Stockton Beach, the largest coastal sand dune system in Australia. Go golfing, or search for koalas along the tree-lined banks of the Tilligerry Creek.
Watch the whales swim north for winter: between late May and July thousands of whales migrate north to the tropics. Go for a walk up to Tomaree Headland, and be rewarded with spectacular views of the bay and offshore islands. Snorkel or dive at Fly Point Marine Park. Drop a line: the fish are biting all year round. Catch a ferry and enjoy picnic on the riverbank at Tea Gardens. Discover the historic Tilligerry Peninsula and Raymond Terrace, and don't miss the unique museums and galleries on offer. The Port has plenty to offer.
Temperatures for Port Stephens Area
Port Stephens Area has moderate summer temperatures. The summer high temperature for Port Stephens Area is approximately 26 °c. The summer low temperature is approximately 17 °c.
Port Stephens Area has mild winter temperatures. The winter high temperature for Port Stephens Area is approximately 18 °c. The winter low temperature is approximately 8 °c.
| MONTH | LOW °c | HIGH °c |
| January | 17 | 27 |
| February | 17 | 27 |
| March | 16 | 26 |
| April | 13 | 23 |
| May | 11 | 21 |
| June | 8 | 18 |
| July | 7 | 17 |
| August | 8 | 18 |
| September | 10 | 21 |
| October | 12 | 23 |
| November | 14 | 25 |
| December | 16 | 26 |
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