Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Deal, England

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

Deal is a beach in England. The water temperature around Deal has a large variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 6.4°C (43.5°F) in February up to 16.6°C (61.9°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Deal 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 Deal?

The current water temperature in the month of December at Deal is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in close proximity to Deal. The nearest one is The Wall, which is just 7.6km (5.9miles) away from Deal. Click here for directions and for more information on The Wall and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Deal are Broadstairs, which is 9.5km (5.9miles) away, and Joss Bay, located approximately 11km (6.8miles) from Deal.

Are there any other beautiful beaches near by?

Yes, there are other beaches near to Deal. The closest one is Ramsgate, which is 7.9km (4.9miles) away from Deal. Another beautiful beach near Deal is Broadstairs, which is roughly 9.6km (6miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness do I need for Deal?

The water temperature at Deal 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 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to be in the water for several hours, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Deal. However, during January, February, and March, temperatures drop down to approximately 6°C (43°F). In this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very chilly 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 Deal?

Due to comparatively large sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (43-52°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during July, August, and September when temperatures range from 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Deal: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Deal...

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