Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Lihula, Estonia

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

Lihula is a coastal city in Estonia. It is a relatively small coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 1457 people. The water temperature around Lihula has significant variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 0.5°C (32.8°F) in March up to 20.3°C (68.5°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 9°C (48°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Lihula 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 Lihula?

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

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in proximity to Lihula. A spot that might be worth checking out is Vaana, which is 54.8km (34miles) away from Lihula. Click here for more information on Vaana and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Smitingen, which is roughly 327.8km (203.6miles) away from Lihula. Another fun surfspot is Smitingen, located roughly 327.8km (203.6miles) from Lihula.

Are there nice beaches close by?

No, there are not many beaches close to Lihula. A beach that might be worth checking out is Paralepa, which is 20.6km (12.8miles) away from Lihula. Another gorgeous beach near Lihula is Emajõe, roughly 30.7km (19.1miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Lihula?

The water temperature around Lihula is relatively cold, reaching up to 20°C (69°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Lihula. Nevertheless, during early spring, sea temperatures drop down to approximately 0°C (33°F). During this season, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Lihula?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 0 to 5°C (33-42°F) during spring. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during summer when sea temperatures go up to 15 to 20°C (60-69°F). Fish which like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Lihula: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Lihula...

Do you know what the the city Yasenskaya in Russia, the city Capestang in France, and Nagata Seamount have in common with Lihula? Click on the links to find out...