Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Ely, United Kingdom

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

Ely is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a comparatively little city close to the ocean with a population of 14265 people. The water temperature around Ely varies dramatically year round. The temperature ranges from 5.2°C (41.3°F) in February up to 17.2°C (63°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 10°C (51°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Ely 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 Ely?

The current water temperature in the month of September in the waters near Ely is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Ely. The next good one is Sutton on sea, which is about 63.1km (54.1miles) away from Ely. Click here to check out more information on Sutton on sea and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Ely are Joss Bay, which is 87.1km (54.1miles) away, and Broadstairs, located 88.2km (54.8miles) from Ely.

Are there beautiful beaches located close to Ely?

No, there are not many beaches near to Ely. A good beach nearby is Hunstanton, which is 38.5km (23.9miles) away from Ely. Another nice beach near Ely is Kinghorn, which is roughly 44.7km (27.8miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for Ely?

The water temperature around Ely is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (63°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, water temperatures come down to nearly 5°C (41°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some people might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods 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 Ely?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (41-50°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions change during summer when temperatures go up to 12 to 17°C (54-63°F). Fish that can often be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Ely: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Ely...

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