Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Cherbourg-Octeville, France

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Cherbourg-Octeville...

Cherbourg-Octeville is a coastal city in France. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 26655 people. The water temperature around Cherbourg-Octeville changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 7.6°C (45.8°F) in February up to 16.1°C (61°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Cherbourg-Octeville 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 Cherbourg-Octeville?

The current water temperature in the month of April in the waters close to Cherbourg-Octeville is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in proximity to Cherbourg-Octeville. The nearest one is Collignon, which is 2.5km (3.8miles) away from Cherbourg-Octeville. Click here for directions and for more information on Collignon and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Cherbourg-Octeville are Anse du Brick, which is roughly 6.1km (3.8miles) away, and Biville, located ca 10.4km (6.4miles) from Cherbourg-Octeville.

Are there beaches near by?

No, there are not many beaches in proximity to Cherbourg-Octeville. One beach, which is not too far away, is Ventnor, which is just 68.4km (42.5miles) away from Cherbourg-Octeville. Another gorgeous beach near Cherbourg-Octeville is Swanage, which is 68.6km (42.6miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Cherbourg-Octeville?

The water temperature around Cherbourg-Octeville is relatively cold, reaching up to 16°C (61°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Cherbourg-Octeville. Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, temperatures cool down to approximately 8°C (46°F). During this time, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Cherbourg-Octeville?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 8 to 13°C (46-55°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during fall when temperatures reach 11 to 16°C (52-61°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Cherbourg-Octeville: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Cherbourg-Octeville...

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