Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near North Shields, United Kingdom

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about North Shields...

North Shields is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a fairly dense town close to the water with a population of 39747 people. The water temperature around North Shields has moderate variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 5.5°C (41.9°F) in February up to 13.5°C (56.3°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 9°C (49°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since North Shields 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 North Shields?

The current water temperature in the month of October near North Shields is ca:

Are there surf spots located close to North Shields?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to North Shields. The nearest one is Tynemouth Longsands, which is just 1.1km (1.4miles) away from North Shields. Click here for directions and for more information on Tynemouth Longsands and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near North Shields are South Shields, which is ca 2.3km (1.4miles) away, and Blyth Beach, located roughly 6.8km (4.2miles) from North Shields.

Are there gorgeous beaches near by?

There are some other gorgeous beaches close to North Shields. The closest one is Tynemouth, which is only 0.9km (0.6miles) away from North Shields. Another nice beach near North Shields is Cullercoats, which is ca 1.1km (0.7miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for North Shields?

The sea temperature around North Shields is pretty cold, reaching up to 14°C (56°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during late winter, sea temperatures cool down to roughly 6°C (42°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some 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 advisable to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to North Shields?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (42-51°F) during January, February, and March. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions change during summer when water temperatures go up to 9 to 14°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 North Shields: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about North Shields...

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