Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Fishing Rip

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Fishing Rip...

Fishing Rip is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Fishing Rip changes moderately year round. The temperature ranges from 4.3°C (39.7°F) in February up to 13.1°C (55.6°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 9°C (48°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Fishing Rip 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 Fishing Rip?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters close to Fishing Rip is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Fishing Rip. A good spot nearby is Madaquecham Nantucket Island, which is just 35.6km (25miles) away from Fishing Rip. Click here for directions and for more information on Madaquecham Nantucket Island and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Fishing Rip are Cisco Beach Nantucket Island, which is ca 40.2km (25miles) away, and Madaket, located roughly 43.5km (27miles) from Fishing Rip.

Are there beaches close by?

No, there are not many beaches close to Fishing Rip. A good beach nearby is Siasconset Beach, which is only 30.9km (19.2miles) away from Fishing Rip. Another gorgeous beach near Fishing Rip is Fishermans Beach, roughly 36.6km (22.7miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for Fishing Rip?

The water temperature at Fishing Rip is pretty cold, reaching up to 13°C (56°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, temperatures come down to approximately 4°C (40°F). During these months, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Fishing Rip?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 4 to 9°C (40-49°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during fall when temperatures reach 8 to 13°C (47-56°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Fishing Rip: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Fishing Rip...

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