Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near English Riviera, England

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about English Riviera...

English Riviera is a beach in England. The water temperature around English Riviera has average variability year round. The temperature ranges from 7.1°C (44.7°F) in March up to 16.6°C (61.8°F) in the month of July, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since English Riviera 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 English Riviera?

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

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not many surf spots in proximity to English Riviera. A good spot nearby is BoneYard Exmouth, which is about 12.3km (12.6miles) away from English Riviera. Click here for directions and for more information on BoneYard Exmouth and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near English Riviera are Bantham, which is 20.3km (12.6miles) away, and Challabrough, located ca 20.4km (12.6miles) from English Riviera.

Are there any other gorgeous beaches close by?

There are several other beautiful beaches in proximity to English Riviera. The closest one is Torquay, which is only 0km (0miles) away from English Riviera. Another beach near English Riviera is Paignton, which is ca 2.5km (1.5miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for English Riviera?

The sea temperature at English Riviera is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (62°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at English Riviera. Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, water temperatures come down to nearly 7°C (45°F). During this time, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some 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 carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to English Riviera?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (45-54°F) during February, March, and April. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during summer when temperatures go up to 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish that can often be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to English Riviera: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

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