Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Kodiak Seamount

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Kodiak Seamount...

Kodiak Seamount is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Kodiak Seamount changes significantly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 2.6°C (36.8°F) in March up to 13.6°C (56.4°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 7°C (45°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Kodiak Seamount 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 Kodiak Seamount?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters close to Kodiak Seamount is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in proximity to Kodiak Seamount. The next good one is Fossil Beach Kodiak, which is more than 121.8km (75.6miles) away from Kodiak Seamount. Click here for directions and for more information on Fossil Beach Kodiak and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try surfing Mill Bay, which is approximately 131.8km (81.9miles) away from Kodiak Seamount. Another surfspot is Mill Bay, located approximately 131.8km (81.9miles) from Kodiak Seamount.

Are there nice beaches close by?

No, not many beaches are located close to Kodiak Seamount. One that might be worth checking out is Pacific Ocean, which is 208.9km (129.8miles) away from Kodiak Seamount. If you have some extra time, you can also try Race Point, approximately 224.3km (139.3miles) away from Kodiak Seamount.

What wetsuit do I need for Kodiak Seamount?

The water temperature at Kodiak Seamount is pretty cold, reaching up to 14°C (56°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during early spring, water temperatures reach lows of nearly 3°C (37°F). During these months, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Kodiak Seamount?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 3 to 8°C (37-46°F) during spring. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when water temperatures go up to 9 to 14°C (47-56°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Kodiak Seamount: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Kodiak Seamount...

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