Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Horndal, Sweden

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

Horndal is a coastal city in Sweden. It is a comparatively little coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 1127 people. The water temperature around Horndal has significant variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 0.3°C (32.5°F) in March up to 16.6°C (61.9°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 7°C (44°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Horndal 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 Horndal?

The current water temperature in the month of October in the waters close to Horndal is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in proximity to Horndal. A spot that might be worth checking out is Smitingen, which is more than 167km (103.7miles) away from Horndal. Click here for more information on Smitingen and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try surfing Salusand, which is approximately 235.3km (146.2miles) away from Horndal. Another fun surfspot is Salusand, located roughly 235.3km (146.2miles) from Horndal.

Are there beautiful beaches close by?

No, not many beaches are near to Horndal. A good beach nearby is Ruissalo, which is more than 196.2km (121.9miles) away from Horndal. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Kangasjärvi, roughly 221.5km (137.6miles) away from Horndal.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Horndal?

The water temperature around Horndal is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (62°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during early spring, sea temperatures come down to 0°C (33°F). During these months, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some people might even be ok with a very high-quality 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Horndal?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 0 to 5°C (33-42°F) during February, March, and April. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during August, September, and October when sea temperatures reach 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Horndal: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Horndal...

Do you know what the the city Glenvar Heights in the United States, the city La Valette-du-Var in the France, and the city Topes de Collantes in the Cuba have in common with Horndal? Click on the links to find out...