Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Carteret Canyon

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Carteret Canyon...

Carteret Canyon is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Carteret Canyon changes dramatically throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 7.7°C (45.8°F) in March up to 23.9°C (75.1°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 16°C (60°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Carteret Canyon 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 Carteret Canyon?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Carteret Canyon is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Carteret Canyon?

There are not many surf spots close to Carteret Canyon. The next good one is 5th Street Beach Haven, which is about 88.8km (55.2miles) away from Carteret Canyon. Click here for directions and to check out more information on 5th Street Beach Haven and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Carteret Canyon are Wooden Jetty, which is approximately 88.9km (55.2miles) away, and L B I-82st, located roughly 89.1km (55.3miles) from Carteret Canyon.

Are there sandy beaches close to Carteret Canyon?

There are not too many beaches near to Carteret Canyon. One beach, which is not too far away, is Beach Haven, which is only 89.1km (55.3miles) away from Carteret Canyon. Another good beach near Carteret Canyon is Ship Bottom, approximately 89.5km (55.6miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Carteret Canyon?

The sea temperature at Carteret Canyon is warm, reaching up to 24°C (75°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a thin top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Carteret Canyon. However, during early spring, water temperatures drop down to nearly 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 people might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Carteret Canyon?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, scuba 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 February, March, and April. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions change during July, August, and September when water temperatures range from 19 to 24°C (66-75°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Carteret Canyon: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Carteret Canyon...

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