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

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

Backworth is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the water with a population of 1533 people. The water temperature around Backworth has moderate variability year round. The temperature ranges from 5.5°C (41.9°F) in February up to 13.5°C (56.3°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 9°C (49°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Backworth 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 Backworth?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Backworth is approximately:

Are there surf spots close to Backworth?

Yes, there are several surf spots close to Backworth. The closest one is Tynemouth Longsands, which is just 4.2km (3miles) away from Backworth. Click here for directions and for more information on Tynemouth Longsands and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Backworth are Blyth Beach, which is approximately 4.9km (3miles) away, and South Shields, located approximately 5.9km (3.7miles) from Backworth.

Are there nice beaches close by?

Yes, there are some beautiful beaches close to Backworth. The closest one is St Oswalds Bay, which is only 2.8km (1.7miles) away from Backworth. Another good beach near Backworth is Whitley Bay, which is roughly 3km (1.9miles) away.

What wetsuit do I need for Backworth?

The water temperature around Backworth is pretty cold, reaching up to 14°C (56°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Backworth. Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, temperatures drop down to approximately 6°C (42°F). During this time, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Backworth?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (42-51°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions usually change during summer when temperatures reach 9 to 14°C (47-56°F). Fish which like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Backworth: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Backworth...

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