Cable Beach
Nude beach in Western Australia, Australia
Cable Beach is a clothing-optional beach in Western Australia, Australia. The sea is warmest in March at about 30°C (87°F) and coolest in August (24°C (75°F)). Average air temperatures peak in November at 32°C (90°F), and the best time to visit is all year.
Weather and water temperature at Cable Beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January (best) | 30°C | 30°C | 233 mm |
| February (best) | 29°C | 30°C | 190 mm |
| March (best) | 29°C | 30°C | 117 mm |
| April (best) | 29°C | 30°C | 20 mm |
| May (best) | 26°C | 28°C | 21 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 25°C | 12 mm |
| July (best) | 23°C | 24°C | 10 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 24°C | 3 mm |
| September (best) | 27°C | 25°C | 1 mm |
| October (best) | 30°C | 28°C | 7 mm |
| November (best) | 32°C | 29°C | 16 mm |
| December (best) | 32°C | 30°C | 120 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: -17.78743, 122.20549 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Australia?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cable Beach clothing optional?
Cable Beach is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. NudistMap has not yet verified this status in person. You can check what applies in Australia before you go.
When is the best time to visit Cable Beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are all year. July averages 23°C (73°F) and January 30°C (86°F).
How warm is the water at Cable Beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 24°C (75°F) to 30°C (87°F) in March. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.