Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Escatawpa, United States

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

Escatawpa is a coastal city in the United States. It is a comparatively little city in proximity to the ocean with a population of 3722 people. The water temperature around Escatawpa has extreme variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 14.2°C (57.6°F) in February up to 29.6°C (85.2°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 22°C (72°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Escatawpa 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 Escatawpa?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters near Escatawpa is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not too many surf spots in close proximity to Escatawpa. The next good one is Chandeleur Islands, which is roughly 44.5km (51.5miles) away from Escatawpa. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Chandeleur Islands and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Escatawpa are The Cross Pensacola Beach, which is ca 83km (51.5miles) away, and Pensacola Beach Pier, located 84km (52.2miles) from Escatawpa.

Are there beautiful beaches located close to Escatawpa?

Yes, there are a few nice beaches near to Escatawpa. The closest one is Pascagoula, which is just 5.2km (3.2miles) away from Escatawpa. Another nice beach near Escatawpa is Ocean Springs, which is roughly 17.1km (10.6miles) away.

What wetsuit do I need for Escatawpa?

The water temperature around Escatawpa is extremely warm, reaching up to 30°C (85°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a wetsuit is usually not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Escatawpa. However, during late winter, temperatures reach lows of approximately 14°C (58°F). In this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Escatawpa?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 14 to 19°C (58-67°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. The conditions typically change during July, August, and September when temperatures reach 25 to 30°C (76-85°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Escatawpa: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Escatawpa...

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