Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Milford Haven, England

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Milford Haven...

Milford Haven is a beach in England. The water temperature around Milford Haven changes moderately year round. The temperature ranges from 7.1°C (44.8°F) in February up to 16.8°C (62.2°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Milford Haven 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 Milford Haven?

The current water temperature in the month of January at Milford Haven is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Milford Haven. The closest decent spot is Shoreham, which is just 31.4km (19.5miles) away from Milford Haven. Click here for more information on Shoreham and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Milford Haven are Hot pipe, which is 31.4km (19.5miles) away, and West Wittering, located roughly 31.7km (19.7miles) from Milford Haven.

Are there any other beaches located close to Milford Haven?

Yes, there are several nice beaches close to Milford Haven. The nearest one is Fairbourne, which is 14km (8.7miles) away from Milford Haven. Another gorgeous beach near Milford Haven is Littlehampton, which is roughly 27.3km (17miles) away.

What wetsuit do I need for Milford Haven?

The water temperature at Milford Haven 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 required to be in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during late winter, sea temperatures come down to approximately 7°C (45°F). During these months, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Milford Haven?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (45-54°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during summer when water temperatures reach 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Milford Haven: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Milford Haven...

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