Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Montigny-en-Gohelle, France

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Montigny-en-Gohelle...

Montigny-en-Gohelle is a coastal city in France. It is a fairly dense town close to the water with a population of 10713 people. The water temperature around Montigny-en-Gohelle has extreme variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 5.7°C (42.2°F) in January up to 19.3°C (66.7°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Montigny-en-Gohelle 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 Montigny-en-Gohelle?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Montigny-en-Gohelle is ca:

Are there surf spots located close to Montigny-en-Gohelle?

There are not many surf spots close to Montigny-en-Gohelle. The next good one is Dunkerque, which is 50.4km (31.4miles) away from Montigny-en-Gohelle. Click here for more information on Dunkerque and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Montigny-en-Gohelle are Nieuwpoort, which is approximately 50.6km (31.4miles) away, and Westende, located ca 51.8km (32.1miles) from Montigny-en-Gohelle.

Are there sandy beaches close to Montigny-en-Gohelle?

There are not too many beaches near to Montigny-en-Gohelle. One beach, which is not too far away, is Ostend, which is 54.6km (33.9miles) away from Montigny-en-Gohelle. Another beach near Montigny-en-Gohelle is Bredene, which is 55.9km (34.7miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Montigny-en-Gohelle?

The sea temperature around Montigny-en-Gohelle is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (67°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 Montigny-en-Gohelle. Nevertheless, during winter, water temperatures cool down to approximately 6°C (42°F). In this season, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Montigny-en-Gohelle?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (42-51°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during summer when sea temperatures go up to 14 to 19°C (58-67°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Montigny-en-Gohelle: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

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