Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Hascosay, United Kingdom

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

Hascosay is an island in United Kingdom. It is one of the islands of the Shetland Islands island group. The water temperature around Hascosay varies slightly during the year. The temperature ranges from 7.2°C (45°F) in March up to 12.5°C (54.4°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 10°C (49°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Hascosay 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 Hascosay?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters around Hascosay is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not many surf spots are in close proximity to Hascosay. A spot that might be worth checking out is Thurso East, which is more than 165.6km (102.8miles) away from Hascosay. Click here for directions and for more information on Thurso East and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Sandwood Bay, which is ca 204.6km (127.1miles) away from Hascosay. Another surfspot is Sandwood Bay, located approximately 204.6km (127.1miles) from Hascosay.

Are there white sand beaches near by?

Not many beaches are near to Hascosay. A good beach nearby is Thurso, which is almost 166.4km (103.3miles) away from Hascosay. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also check out St Andrews Beach, approximately 298.4km (185.3miles) away from Hascosay.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Hascosay?

The sea temperature around Hascosay is pretty cold, reaching up to 12°C (54°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Hascosay. However, during early spring, water temperatures cool down to 7°C (45°F). In this season, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing near Hascosay?

Due to significant sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (45-54°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during July, August, and September when water temperatures go up to 7 to 12°C (45-54°F). Fish which can often times be found in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Hascosay: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Hascosay...

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