Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Hansons, Canada

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

Hansons is a surf spot in Canada. The water temperature around Hansons has significant variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 6.5°C (43.7°F) in February up to 16.8°C (62.3°F) in the month of July, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (52°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Hansons 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 Hansons?

The current water temperature in the month of August at Hansons is ca:

Are there any other surf spots near by?

There are not many surf spots in close proximity to Hansons. A spot, which is not too far away, is Long Beach, which is 79km (49.1miles) away from Hansons. Click here for directions and for more information on Long Beach and its current water temperature. Another surfspot near Hansons is Chesterman Beach, which is 80.5km (50miles) away.

Are there sandy beaches close by?

There are not many beaches in proximity to Hansons. A beach that might be worth checking out is Qualicum Beach, which is only 29.3km (18.2miles) away from Hansons. Another beach near Hansons is Parksville, which is 31.4km (19.5miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Hansons?

The sea temperature at Hansons 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 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for several hours, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Hansons. However, during late winter, water temperatures cool down to 6°C (44°F). During this season, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing near Hansons?

Due to significant sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (44-53°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during June, July, and August when sea temperatures go up to 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish which like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Hansons: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Hansons...

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