Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Crawley, United Kingdom

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

Crawley is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a relatively average coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 107061 people. The water temperature around Crawley varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 6.8°C (44.3°F) in March up to 16.5°C (61.8°F) in the month of August, 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 late summer, since Crawley 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 Crawley?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters close to Crawley is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in close proximity to Crawley. The closest one is Shoreham, which is just 19.8km (12.3miles) away from Crawley. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Shoreham and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Crawley are Hot pipe, which is roughly 19.8km (12.3miles) away, and Brighton West Pier, located approximately 20.2km (12.6miles) from Crawley.

Are there nice beaches in close proximity to Crawley?

No, there are not many beaches close to Crawley. The next good one is Fairbourne, which is just 17.9km (11.1miles) away from Crawley. Another good beach near Crawley is Brighton, roughly 20.2km (12.5miles) away.

What wetsuit do I need for Crawley?

The water temperature around Crawley 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 3/2 wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, sea temperatures come down to approximately 7°C (44°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Crawley?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (44-53°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions change during summer when temperatures go up to 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Crawley: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Crawley...

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