Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Fairbourne, England

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

Fairbourne is a beach in England. The water temperature around Fairbourne varies dramatically during the year. The temperature ranges from 5.3°C (41.5°F) in February up to 17.1°C (62.7°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Fairbourne 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 Fairbourne?

The current water temperature in the month of October at Fairbourne is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not too many surf spots in close proximity to Fairbourne. A good spot nearby is Shoreham, which is just 35.8km (22.3miles) away from Fairbourne. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Shoreham and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Fairbourne are Hot pipe, which is ca 35.8km (22.3miles) away, and Brighton West Pier, located roughly 37.1km (23.1miles) from Fairbourne.

Are there any other beautiful beaches close by?

Yes, there are a few gorgeous beaches close to Fairbourne. The closest one is Milford Haven, which is just 14km (8.7miles) away from Fairbourne. Another good beach near Fairbourne is Tenby, which is roughly 19.5km (12.1miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for Fairbourne?

The water temperature at Fairbourne is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (63°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Fairbourne. Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures come down to nearly 5°C (41°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some people 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 bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Fairbourne?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions change 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 love this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during fall when temperatures go up to 12 to 17°C (54-63°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Fairbourne: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Fairbourne...

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