A report will be prepared for the coroner after an 18-year-old man drowned at Bombo Beach on Monday.

Emergency services rushed to the northern end of Bombo Beach about 12.50pm on Monday following reports of a person in trouble in the water.

Officers attached to Lake Illawarra Police District, NSW Police Rescue, Surf Life Saving and POLAir responded.

NSW Ambulance paramedics initiated CPR but they were unable to revive the teenager.

Kiama Council Mayor Cameron McDonald has extended his sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the drowning victim.

“We thank the emergency services and Kiama Downs Lifeguards who attended, and our Council Lifeguards.

"A terrible and tragic accident such as this is devastating to all involved,” Cr McDonald said.

Please contact NSW Police for any further information on this incident.