Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Hongkou, China

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

Hongkou is a coastal city in China. The water temperature around Hongkou has significant variability year round. The temperature ranges from 6.2°C (43.1°F) in February up to 28.3°C (83°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (62°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Hongkou 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 Hongkou?

The current water temperature in the month of June near Hongkou is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Hongkou?

Not many surf spots are located in proximity to Hongkou. The closest decent spot is Jeju Island, which is almost 316.2km (196.4miles) away from Hongkou. Click here for directions and for more information on Jeju Island and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Fulong Beach, which is roughly 431.3km (267.9miles) away from Hongkou. Another fun surfspot is Fulong Beach, located 431.3km (267.9miles) from Hongkou.

Are there gorgeous beaches close by?

Not too many beaches are located in proximity to Hongkou. A good beach nearby is Fulong Beach, which is more than 431.3km (267.9miles) away from Hongkou. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Haeundae Beach, which is 510.7km (317.2miles) away from Hongkou.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Hongkou?

The sea temperature around Hongkou is extremely warm, reaching up to 28°C (83°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a wetsuit is typically not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Hongkou. Nevertheless, during late winter, temperatures cool down to nearly 6°C (43°F). In this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Hongkou?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (43-52°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during summer when temperatures reach 23 to 28°C (74-83°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Hongkou: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Hongkou...

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