Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Destelbergen, Belgium

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

Destelbergen is a coastal city in Belgium. It is a rather small-sized town close to the water with a population of 16853 people. The water temperature around Destelbergen varies extremely throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 4.6°C (40.3°F) in January up to 18.6°C (65.5°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (52°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Destelbergen 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 Destelbergen?

The current water temperature in the month of January near Destelbergen is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Destelbergen?

There are not many surf spots close to Destelbergen. The next good one is Surfers Paradise-Knokke, which is 28.7km (18miles) away from Destelbergen. Click here for more information on Surfers Paradise-Knokke and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Destelbergen are Windorgel-Vlissingen, which is ca 29km (18miles) away, and Casino break, located 30.1km (18.7miles) from Destelbergen.

Are there white sand beaches near Destelbergen?

There are not too many beaches near to Destelbergen. A beach that might be worth checking out is Bredene, which is 37.7km (23.4miles) away from Destelbergen. Another gorgeous beach near Destelbergen is Ostend, which is roughly 39.2km (24.3miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Destelbergen?

The sea temperature around Destelbergen is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (65°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during winter, temperatures reach lows of nearly 5°C (40°F). In this season, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Destelbergen?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (40-49°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions normally change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures range from 14 to 19°C (56-65°F). Fish that like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Destelbergen: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Destelbergen...

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