Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Amherst, Canada

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

Amherst is a coastal city in Canada. It is a fairly dense town close to the ocean with a population of 9336 people. The water temperature around Amherst changes extremely year round. The temperature ranges from -1.6°C (29.2°F) in March up to 18°C (64.4°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 8°C (46°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Amherst 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 near Amherst?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters around Amherst is ca:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not many surf spots in proximity to Amherst. The next good one is Lawrencetown-Plan B, which is about 92km (57.4miles) away from Amherst. Click here to check out more information on Lawrencetown-Plan B and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Amherst are Cow Bay-Moose Rocks, which is approximately 92.4km (57.4miles) away, and Lawrencetown, located ca 92.5km (57.4miles) from Amherst.

Are there gorgeous beaches located close to Amherst?

There are not many beaches near to Amherst. One beach, which is not too far away, is Parlee Beach, which is 31.3km (19.4miles) away from Amherst. Another nice beach near Amherst is Cavendish Beach, ca 58.8km (36.5miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Amherst?

The sea temperature around Amherst is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (64°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during early spring, water temperatures drop down to roughly -2°C (29°F). In this season, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing near Amherst?

Due to significant water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from -2 to 3°C (29-38°F) during February, March, and April. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during summer when sea temperatures go up to 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Amherst: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Amherst...

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