Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Ifs, France

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

Ifs is a coastal city in France. It is a relatively small coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 9617 people. The water temperature around Ifs varies significantly during the year. The temperature ranges from 6.1°C (43°F) in March up to 16.2°C (61.1°F) in the month of October, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (54°F) and the best time for water activities is , since Ifs 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 Ifs?

The current water temperature in the month of June in the waters close to Ifs is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in close proximity to Ifs. The closest one is Luc sur mer, which is 12.4km (8.8miles) away from Ifs. Click here for more information on Luc sur mer and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Ifs are Courseulles sur mer, which is roughly 14.2km (8.8miles) away, and Deauville, located roughly 24.2km (15.1miles) from Ifs.

Are there beaches close by?

No, not many beaches are located near to Ifs. A beach that might be worth checking out is Ventnor, which is 107.4km (66.7miles) away from Ifs. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also visit Shanklin, which is roughly 109.4km (68miles) away from Ifs.

What wetsuit is recommended for Ifs?

The water temperature around Ifs is relatively cold, reaching up to 16°C (61°F) in the months of . During this time, in the , a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Ifs. Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, sea temperatures cool down to nearly 6°C (43°F). In this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Ifs?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (43-52°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during when temperatures reach 11 to 16°C (52-61°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Ifs: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Ifs...

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