Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Bishopsquarter, Ireland

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

Bishopsquarter is a beach in Ireland. The water temperature around Bishopsquarter varies slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 7.6°C (45.8°F) in February up to 16.3°C (61.3°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Bishopsquarter 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 Bishopsquarter?

The current water temperature in the month of December at Bishopsquarter is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Bishopsquarter?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Bishopsquarter. The closest one is Fanore, which is only 5.4km (8.7miles) away from Bishopsquarter. Click here to check out more information on Fanore and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Bishopsquarter are Crab Island, which is approximately 14km (8.7miles) away, and Lahinch beach, located approximately 15.9km (9.8miles) from Bishopsquarter.

Are there any other gorgeous beaches near Bishopsquarter?

There are some nice beaches close to Bishopsquarter. The nearest one is Fanore, which is just 7.1km (4.4miles) away from Bishopsquarter. Another beautiful beach near Bishopsquarter is Grattan Road Beach, which is 9.8km (6.1miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Bishopsquarter?

The sea temperature at Bishopsquarter is relatively cold, reaching up to 16°C (61°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Bishopsquarter. However, during late winter, temperatures cool down to approximately 8°C (46°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Bishopsquarter?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 8 to 13°C (46-55°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during July, August, and September when water temperatures range from 11 to 16°C (52-61°F). Fish which can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Bishopsquarter: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Bishopsquarter...

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