Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Bridlington, England

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

Bridlington is a beach in England. The water temperature around Bridlington varies slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 5.6°C (42.1°F) in February up to 13.7°C (56.7°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 9°C (49°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Bridlington 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 Bridlington?

The current water temperature in the month of April at Bridlington is about:

Are there surf spots near Bridlington?

Yes, there are several surf spots close to Bridlington. The closest one is Cayton Bay, which is only 12.7km (9.7miles) away from Bridlington. Click here to check out more information on Cayton Bay and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Bridlington are South Bay, which is roughly 15.6km (9.7miles) away, and North bay, located ca 16.4km (10.2miles) from Bridlington.

Are there any other beaches close by?

Yes, there are some other beautiful beaches close to Bridlington. The nearest one is Filey, which is just 9.4km (5.8miles) away from Bridlington. Another beach near Bridlington is Hornsea, which is 12.1km (7.5miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for Bridlington?

The water temperature at Bridlington is pretty cold, reaching up to 14°C (57°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during late winter, temperatures cool down to roughly 6°C (42°F). In this season, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Bridlington?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the time of the year. 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. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when water temperatures range from 9 to 14°C (48-57°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Bridlington: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Bridlington...

Do you know what the the island Waiheke in New Zealand, the city Valdovino in Spain, and the city Sainte-Luce in Martinique have in common with Bridlington? Click on the links to find out...