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

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

Irvine is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a fairly small-sized town close to the water with a population of 32748 people. The water temperature around Irvine changes slightly during the year. The temperature ranges from 6.5°C (43.7°F) in March up to 13.8°C (56.8°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 10°C (50°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Irvine 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 Irvine?

The current water temperature in the month of May near Irvine is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Irvine?

There are not many surf spots close to Irvine. The next good one is Portballintrae, which is about 79km (51.1miles) away from Irvine. Click here for more information on Portballintrae and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Irvine are White Rocks, which is 82.3km (51.1miles) away, and East Strand, located approximately 83.3km (51.8miles) from Irvine.

Are there sandy beaches near Irvine?

There are not too many beaches near to Irvine. One beach, which is not too far away, is Burntisland, which is 62.7km (38.9miles) away from Irvine. Another beach near Irvine is Silloth, which is 72.3km (44.9miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Irvine?

The sea temperature around Irvine is pretty cold, reaching up to 14°C (57°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some people might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Irvine. However, during early spring, temperatures cool down to roughly 7°C (44°F). In this season, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some people might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Irvine?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (44-53°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during July, August, and September when water temperatures range from 9 to 14°C (48-57°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Irvine: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Irvine...

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