URGENT UPDATE: A new study has pinpointed the best beaches in Australia for a **perfect Christmas Day** this December 25, 2025. With a focus on ideal weather conditions, this analysis from Frameshop reveals which local beaches are statistically most likely to offer sunny skies and minimal rainfall for an unforgettable festive experience.
The research, which examines historic weather data from the Bureau of Meteorology over the last three Christmas Days, provides a **top five guide** for every Aussie seeking a beachside celebration. According to Mohamad Hannaway, a weather expert at Frameshop, “This index should help locals make picture-perfect memories.”
Australia’s Best Beaches for Christmas 2025
For those dreaming of high temperatures, sunshine, and low rainfall, here are the **best Christmas Day beaches** across the country:
Western Australia
1. **Shell Beach, Shark Bay** – Max Temp: **30.5 °C**, Min Temp: **21.3 °C**, Rainfall: **0 mm**
2. **Cottesloe Beach** – Max Temp: **30 °C**, Min Temp: **18.3 °C**, Rainfall: **0.1 mm**
3. **Little Salmon Bay, Rottnest Island** – Max Temp: **26.6 °C**, Min Temp: **18.7 °C**, Rainfall: **1.5 mm**
New South Wales
1. **Bennetts Beach, Hawks Nest** – Max Temp: **27.9 °C**, Min Temp: **17.4 °C**, Rainfall: **2.6 mm**
2. **North Cronulla Beach** – Max Temp: **26.4 °C**, Min Temp: **18.3 °C**, Rainfall: **2.3 mm**
3. **Coogee Beach, Sydney** – Max Temp: **26.4 °C**, Min Temp: **18.3 °C**, Rainfall: **2.8 mm**
Queensland
1. **Lady Musgrave Island Beach, Bundaberg** – Max Temp: **29 °C**, Min Temp: **23.6 °C**, Rainfall: **3.6 mm**
2. **Agnes Water Beach** – Max Temp: **29.2 °C**, Min Temp: **22.6 °C**, Rainfall: **4.2 mm**
3. **Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island** – Max Temp: **29.6 °C**, Min Temp: **21.3 °C**, Rainfall: **5.4 mm**
Victoria
1. **Torquay Beach** – Max Temp: **25 °C**, Min Temp: **13.4 °C**, Rainfall: **0 mm**
2. **Portsea Surf Beach** – Max Temp: **25 °C**, Min Temp: **13.4 °C**, Rainfall: **0.1 mm**
Western Australia takes the crown with **Shell Beach** in Shark Bay, boasting the highest temperature at **30.5 °C** and reporting **zero rainfall**—the only beach to achieve this in the study. Cottesloe and Rottnest Island also shine, making WA the most reliable region for a sunny Christmas.
On the East Coast, **Bennetts Beach** leads NSW with a perfect **27.9 °C**, ensuring a festive atmosphere with minimal rain. Sydney’s **Coogee** and **Maroubra Beaches** maintain their reputation for delightful Christmas conditions, ready for families to enjoy.
Further north, **Lady Musgrave Island** in Bundaberg shines with **29 °C** highs and only **3.6 mm of rain**, making it a top choice for holiday revelers.
For those in southern states, **Torquay Beach** promises a comfortable **25 °C**, ideal for families looking for a relaxing Christmas by the sea.
This analysis offers a unique opportunity for Australians to plan their Christmas Day activities with confidence. With **zero rain expected** in many top spots, families can capture those **memorable beach moments** under the sun.
As the countdown to Christmas begins, the data showcases that whether you’re in **Perth, Sydney, Bundaberg, or Geelong**, there’s a perfect beach nearby waiting to deliver that quintessential **Australian Christmas** filled with **blue skies**, **warm sand**, and a refreshing swim before lunch.
Prepare for a sunny celebration this Christmas—your beach awaits!
