Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Ishikawa, Japan

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

Ishikawa is a coastal city in Japan. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the water with a population of 22412 people. The water temperature around Ishikawa varies significantly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 10°C (50°F) in March up to 23.4°C (74.1°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 16°C (61°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Ishikawa 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 Ishikawa?

The current water temperature in the month of October near Ishikawa is approximately:

Are there surf spots near Ishikawa?

Yes, there are several surf spots close to Ishikawa. The closest one is Tengan Pier, which is just 2.1km (5miles) away from Ishikawa. Click here for more information on Tengan Pier and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Ishikawa are 5 rocks, which is ca 8km (5miles) away, and Sunabe, located 8.4km (5.2miles) from Ishikawa.

Are there beautiful beaches near Ishikawa?

No, not too many beaches are located close to Ishikawa. A good beach nearby is Fulong Beach, which is more than 380.5km (236.4miles) away from Ishikawa. If you don't mind the drive, you can also try South Bay, roughly 540.8km (335.9miles) away from Ishikawa.

What wetsuit do I need for Ishikawa?

The water temperature around Ishikawa is warm, reaching up to 23°C (74°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a thin wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required for most people, but some people might even be fine without a rashguard or 1mm top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during February, March, and April, water temperatures reach lows of nearly 10°C (50°F). During this time, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, 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 bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Ishikawa?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 10 to 15°C (50-59°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions normally change during fall when sea temperatures go up to 18 to 23°C (65-74°F). Fish which can often be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Ishikawa: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Ishikawa...

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