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

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

Kilafors is a coastal city in Sweden. It is a quite dense city close to the water with a population of 1124 people. The water temperature around Kilafors varies dramatically throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 0.3°C (32.5°F) in March up to 14.9°C (58.8°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 7°C (44°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Kilafors 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 Kilafors?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Kilafors is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Kilafors?

Not many surf spots are located close to Kilafors. A good spot nearby is Smitingen, which is more than 105.3km (65.4miles) away from Kilafors. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Smitingen and its current water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try surfing Salusand, which is approximately 174.9km (108.6miles) away from Kilafors. Another fun surfspot is Salusand, located approximately 174.9km (108.6miles) from Kilafors.

Are there beaches near Kilafors?

Not too many beaches are located in proximity to Kilafors. The next good one is Kangasjärvi, which is almost 186.8km (116miles) away from Kilafors. If you have some extra time, you can also try Ruissalo, which is approximately 198.7km (123.4miles) away from Kilafors.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Kilafors?

The sea temperature around Kilafors is pretty cold, reaching up to 15°C (59°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during February, March, and April, water temperatures drop down to 0°C (33°F). In this season, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be fine with a very high-quality 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Kilafors?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions vary quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 0 to 5°C (33-42°F) during February, March, and April. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions change during August, September, and October when temperatures go up to 10 to 15°C (50-59°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Kilafors: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Kilafors...

Do you know what the the city Karangbalong in Indonesia, the island Edith Hammock in United States, and Pittenger Seamount have in common with Kilafors? Click on the links to find out...