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

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

Coumeenole is a surf spot in Ireland. The water temperature around Coumeenole changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 8.9°C (48°F) in January up to 15.2°C (59.3°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 Coumeenole 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 Coumeenole?

The current water temperature in the month of January at Coumeenole is about:

Are there any other surf spots near Coumeenole?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Coumeenole. The closest one is Inch Reef, which is 11.1km (6.9miles) away from Coumeenole. Click here for directions and for more information on Inch Reef and its current water temperature. Another good surfspot near Coumeenole is Inch Strand Kerry spot, which is approximately 21.2km (13.2miles) away.

Are there beautiful beaches near Coumeenole?

No, there are not too many beaches near to Coumeenole. One beach, which is not too far away, is Ventry, which is just 4.8km (3miles) away from Coumeenole. Another gorgeous beach near Coumeenole is Rossbeigh, which is ca 21.1km (13.1miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Coumeenole?

The water temperature at Coumeenole is pretty cold, reaching up to 15°C (59°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Coumeenole. Nevertheless, during winter, water temperatures come down to approximately 9°C (48°F). During this time, a 4-5mm wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some people might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Coumeenole?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 9 to 14°C (48-57°F) during December, January, and February. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during summer when sea temperatures go up to 10 to 15°C (50-59°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Coumeenole: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Coumeenole...

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