Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Maenporth, England

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

Maenporth is a beach in England. The water temperature around Maenporth varies slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 8.8°C (47.9°F) in March up to 16.5°C (61.8°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (54°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Maenporth 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 at Maenporth?

The current water temperature in the month of April at Maenporth is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in proximity to Maenporth. The closest one is Falmouth Beaches Gylly,Swanpool,Maenporth, which is only 1.3km (6.5miles) away from Maenporth. Click here to check out more information on Falmouth Beaches Gylly,Swanpool,Maenporth and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Maenporth are Porthleven, which is ca 10.5km (6.5miles) away, and Portreath, located 12.7km (7.9miles) from Maenporth.

Are there any other beautiful beaches located close to Maenporth?

Yes, there are several beautiful beaches in proximity to Maenporth. The nearest one is Gyllyngvase, which is just 1.9km (1.2miles) away from Maenporth. Another beach near Maenporth is Falmouth, which is ca 2.2km (1.4miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for Maenporth?

The water temperature at Maenporth is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (62°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during early spring, temperatures drop down to approximately 9°C (48°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some people might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Maenporth?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 9 to 14°C (48-57°F) during February, March, and April. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions change during summer when water temperatures range from 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Maenporth: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Maenporth...

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