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Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Dalen, Netherlands

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

Dalen is a coastal city in the Netherlands. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the water with a population of 3890 people. The water temperature around Dalen has significant variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 2.9°C (37.3°F) in February up to 18.9°C (66°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (51°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Dalen 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 Dalen?

The current water temperature in the month of February near Dalen is approximately:
3°C (37°F)

Are there surf spots close to Dalen?

There are not too many surf spots close to Dalen. The closest decent spot is Borkum, Nordstrand, which is roughly 63.2km (44.8miles) away from Dalen. Click here for directions and for more information on Borkum, Nordstrand and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Dalen are Norderney, which is ca 72.1km (44.8miles) away, and Vlieland, located roughly 81.9km (50.9miles) from Dalen.

Are there beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches close to Dalen. The next good one is Borkum-Nordseeheilbad, which is just 61.3km (38.1miles) away from Dalen. Another beautiful beach near Dalen is Norddeich, roughly 65.3km (40.6miles) away.

What wetsuit do I need for Dalen?

The water temperature around Dalen is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (66°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures come down to nearly 3°C (37°F). During this time, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be ok with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Dalen?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 3 to 8°C (37-46°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions change during summer when temperatures go up to 14 to 19°C (57-66°F). Fish that like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Dalen: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Dalen...

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