Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Eirik Ridge

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Eirik Ridge...

Eirik Ridge is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Eirik Ridge changes slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 3.7°C (38.7°F) in January up to 10.4°C (50.7°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 6°C (42°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Eirik Ridge 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 Eirik Ridge?

The current water temperature in the month of May in the waters around Eirik Ridge is ca:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are in proximity to Eirik Ridge. A spot, which is not too far away, is Hafnir, which is almost 742.4km (461.1miles) away from Eirik Ridge. Click here to check out more information on Hafnir and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try Grindavik Antenas, which is approximately 747.4km (464.2miles) away from Eirik Ridge. Another good surfspot is Grindavik Antenas, located ca 747.4km (464.2miles) from Eirik Ridge.

Are there sandy beaches close by?

Not many beaches are located in close proximity to Eirik Ridge. A beach, which is not too far away, is Grand Beach, which is more than 963.6km (598.5miles) away from Eirik Ridge. If you don't mind the drive, you can also try Wreck Beach, which is ca 1128.6km (701miles) away from Eirik Ridge.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Eirik Ridge?

The sea temperature at Eirik Ridge is very cold, reaching up to 10°C (51°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Eirik Ridge. However, during December, January, and February, water temperatures drop down to roughly 4°C (39°F). During this season, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to feel not too cold, but some people might even be ok with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing near Eirik Ridge?

Due to significant water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 4 to 9°C (39-48°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during July, August, and September when temperatures range from 5 to 10°C (42-51°F). Fish which can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Eirik Ridge: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Eirik Ridge...

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