Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Hecht Seamount

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Hecht Seamount...

Hecht Seamount is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Hecht Seamount changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 3.5°C (38.3°F) in March up to 12.3°C (54.1°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 7°C (45°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Hecht Seamount 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 Hecht Seamount?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters near Hecht Seamount is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are close to Hecht Seamount. A good spot nearby is Fossil Beach Kodiak, which is more than 256.9km (159.5miles) away from Hecht Seamount. Click here for more information on Fossil Beach Kodiak and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Mill Bay, which is approximately 283.8km (176.3miles) away from Hecht Seamount. Another surfspot is Mill Bay, located approximately 283.8km (176.3miles) from Hecht Seamount.

Are there beaches located close to Hecht Seamount?

No, not many beaches are located in close proximity to Hecht Seamount. A good beach nearby is Pacific Ocean, which is almost 433.1km (269miles) away from Hecht Seamount. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Race Point, approximately 444.2km (275.9miles) away from Hecht Seamount.

What wetsuit is needed for Hecht Seamount?

The water temperature at Hecht Seamount is pretty cold, reaching up to 12°C (54°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Hecht Seamount. However, during early spring, water temperatures cool down to roughly 4°C (38°F). During these months, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to feel not too cold, but some people might even be ok with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Hecht Seamount?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 4 to 9°C (38-47°F) during February, March, and April. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during August, September, and October when water temperatures go up to 7 to 12°C (45-54°F). Fish which like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Hecht Seamount: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Hecht Seamount...

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