Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Aberavon, United Kingdom

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Aberavon...

Aberavon is a surf spot in United Kingdom. The water temperature around Aberavon changes dramatically year round. The temperature ranges from 5.9°C (42.7°F) in March up to 16.7°C (62.1°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Aberavon is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Aberavon?

The current water temperature in the month of October at Aberavon is about:

Are there any other surf spots located close to Aberavon?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Aberavon. The nearest one is Sker, which is 5.9km (3.7miles) away from Aberavon. Click here for directions and for more information on Sker and its water temperature. Another fun surfspot near Aberavon is Rest Bay, which is ca 7.6km (4.7miles) away.

Are there gorgeous beaches near by?

There are not too many beaches in close proximity to Aberavon. A beach that might be worth checking out is Lynmouth, which is only 24.6km (15.3miles) away from Aberavon. Another beautiful beach near Aberavon is Barry, approximately 26.1km (16.2miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is recommended for Aberavon?

The sea temperature at Aberavon is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (62°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for several hours, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Aberavon. Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, water temperatures reach lows of roughly 6°C (43°F). During these months, a 4-5mm wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some people might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Aberavon?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (43-52°F) during February, March, and April. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions typically change during fall when temperatures range from 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Aberavon: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Aberavon...

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