Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Nivala, Finland

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

Nivala is a coastal city in Finland. It is a rather small-sized town close to the ocean with a population of 10610 people. The water temperature around Nivala varies extremely year round. The temperature ranges from -0.2°C (31.6°F) in February up to 13.5°C (56.3°F) in the month of July, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 5°C (41°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Nivala 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 Nivala?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Nivala is ca:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are located in proximity to Nivala. A spot that might be worth checking out is Salusand, which is more than 178.8km (111.1miles) away from Nivala. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Salusand and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Smitingen, which is ca 238.6km (148.2miles) away from Nivala. Another fun surfspot is Smitingen, located 238.6km (148.2miles) from Nivala.

Are there white sand beaches close by?

Not too many beaches are near to Nivala. A beach that might be worth checking out is Kangasjärvi, which is 154.4km (95.9miles) away from Nivala. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Hietaniemi beach, which is 258.6km (160.6miles) away from Nivala.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Nivala?

The sea temperature around Nivala is pretty cold, reaching up to 13°C (56°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Nivala. However, during January, February, and March, temperatures drop down to approximately -0°C (32°F). During these months, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Nivala?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from -0 to 5°C (32-41°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during June, July, and August when temperatures reach 8 to 13°C (47-56°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Nivala: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Nivala...

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