Perth weather

15°C Mostly sunny. Beach conditions matter.
Today 27° / 13°
Wed 30° / 16°
Thu 26° / 19°
Fri 21° / 15°
Sat 19° / 11°
Sun 21° / 12°
Mon 21° / 11°
Updated 4:00 AM AWST Full Perth forecast Weather source: Bureau of Meteorology. Check official forecast before travel.

Beach / Beaches

Cottesloe Beach

Cottesloe Beach is a well-known Perth coast stop for swimming checks, sunset views, beach walks and nearby cafes.

Last fact-checked: 2026-08-31

Current visitor information

Verified summary

  • The Town of Cottesloe provides official beach, closure and local safety information.
  • Beachsafe provides current conditions, patrol and hazard information for Cottesloe Beach.
  • Visitors must obey closure signs and should check current beach and shark-safety information before entering the water.

May change: Beach conditions, patrols, shark alerts, closures, parking, events and temporary works.

Official sources: Town of Cottesloe beach information , Beachsafe: Cottesloe Beach , Transperth JourneyPlanner

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FAQ

Is Cottesloe Beach good for swimming?

It can be used for swimming when conditions are suitable, but beach conditions change. Check local signs, patrol information and official beach conditions before entering the water.

Is Cottesloe Beach patrolled?

Patrol arrangements can change by season and day. Use official beach safety information and local signs for the current status.

What nearby Cottesloe pages should I use?

Use Cottesloe Foreshore, North Cottesloe Beach, South Cottesloe Beach, Perth Without A Car and Beaches In Perth as related planning links.