Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Atka Basin

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Atka Basin...

Atka Basin is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Atka Basin changes moderately throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 2.7°C (36.8°F) in March up to 10.8°C (51.5°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 6°C (43°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Atka Basin 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 Atka Basin?

The current water temperature in the month of April in the waters close to Atka Basin is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are close to Atka Basin. The next good one is Three Mile, which is more than 907.2km (563.5miles) away from Atka Basin. Click here for more information on Three Mile and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try surfing Mill Bay, which is roughly 914.2km (567.8miles) away from Atka Basin. Another good surfspot is Mill Bay, located roughly 914.2km (567.8miles) from Atka Basin.

Are there beaches located close to Atka Basin?

No, not many beaches are located close to Atka Basin. A good beach nearby is Race Point, which is more than 1039.8km (645.8miles) away from Atka Basin. If you have some extra time, you can also try Pacific Ocean, which is roughly 1057.4km (656.8miles) away from Atka Basin.

What wetsuit do I need for Atka Basin?

The water temperature at Atka Basin is very cold, reaching up to 11°C (51°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during early spring, sea temperatures drop down to roughly 3°C (37°F). During this time, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some people might even be ok with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Atka Basin?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 3 to 8°C (37-46°F) during spring. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions normally change during fall when temperatures go up to 6 to 11°C (42-51°F). Fish that can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Atka Basin: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Atka Basin...

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