Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Elbow Spit

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Elbow Spit...

Elbow Spit is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Elbow Spit has extreme variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 5.2°C (41.3°F) in March up to 16.8°C (62.2°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 10°C (50°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Elbow Spit 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 Elbow Spit?

The current water temperature in the month of April near Elbow Spit is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Elbow Spit?

Not many surf spots are located close to Elbow Spit. A spot, which is not too far away, is Vlieland, which is almost 142.4km (88.5miles) away from Elbow Spit. Click here to check out more information on Vlieland and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try Texel, Paal 12, which is roughly 154.8km (96.2miles) away from Elbow Spit. Another surfspot is Texel, Paal 12, located ca 154.8km (96.2miles) from Elbow Spit.

Are there gorgeous beaches near Elbow Spit?

Not too many beaches are located near to Elbow Spit. A beach that might be worth checking out is Borkum-Nordseeheilbad, which is almost 166.5km (103.4miles) away from Elbow Spit. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also visit Filey, ca 172.3km (107miles) away from Elbow Spit.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Elbow Spit?

The sea temperature at Elbow Spit 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 recommended 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 scuba diving . Nevertheless, during early spring, temperatures reach lows of 5°C (41°F). During this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit 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 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Elbow Spit?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (41-50°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during summer when sea temperatures range from 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Elbow Spit: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Elbow Spit...

Do you know what the the island Easdale in United Kingdom, the city Acquaviva Platani in Italy, and the city Ambodivoara in Madagascar have in common with Elbow Spit? Click on the links to find out...