Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Bognor Regis, United Kingdom

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Bognor Regis...

Bognor Regis is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a quite mid-size city close to the ocean with a population of 65391 people. The water temperature around Bognor Regis has average variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 7.1°C (44.8°F) in February up to 16.8°C (62.2°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 Bognor Regis 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 Bognor Regis?

The current water temperature in the month of October in the waters near Bognor Regis is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in proximity to Bognor Regis. The nearest one is Bracklesham Bay, which is 8.1km (5.4miles) away from Bognor Regis. Click here for directions and for more information on Bracklesham Bay and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Bognor Regis are East Witterings, which is approximately 8.7km (5.4miles) away, and West Wittering, located roughly 10.1km (6.3miles) from Bognor Regis.

Are there beaches near by?

There are several beaches in close proximity to Bognor Regis. The closest one is Swansea, which is only 0km (0miles) away from Bognor Regis. Another nice beach near Bognor Regis is Bognor Regis, which is approximately 0.3km (0.2miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Bognor Regis?

The sea temperature around Bognor Regis is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (62°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Bognor Regis. Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, water temperatures drop down to 7°C (45°F). During these months, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing near Bognor Regis?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (45-54°F) during January, February, and March. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during summer when temperatures go up to 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Bognor Regis: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Bognor Regis...

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