Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Norrent-Fontes, France
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Norrent-Fontes...
Norrent-Fontes is a coastal city in France.
It is a quite little city close to the ocean with a population of 1479 people.
The water temperature around Norrent-Fontes varies dramatically year round.
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 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 Norrent-Fontes 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 Norrent-Fontes?
The current water temperature in the month of February near Norrent-Fontes is about:
6°C (42°F)
Are there surf spots close by?
There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Norrent-Fontes. A spot, which is not too far away, is Dunkerque, which is roughly 32.8km (20.5miles) away from Norrent-Fontes.
Click here for directions and for more information on Dunkerque and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Norrent-Fontes are
Oye plage escardines, which is roughly 32.9km (20.5miles) away, and
Wimereux Pointe, located approximately 36.9km (22.9miles) from Norrent-Fontes.
Are there beaches close by?
No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Norrent-Fontes. The next good one is
Ostend, which is just 49.3km (30.6miles) away from Norrent-Fontes. Another beautiful beach near Norrent-Fontes is
Bredene, which is roughly 51.4km (31.9miles) away.
What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Norrent-Fontes?
The water temperature around Norrent-Fontes 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 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Norrent-Fontes. Nevertheless, during winter, temperatures drop down to roughly 6°C (42°F). During this time, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.
How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Norrent-Fontes?
Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions vary 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 water temperatures range from 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 Norrent-Fontes: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
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