Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near North Westport, United States

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

North Westport is a coastal city in the United States. It is a quite dense city close to the ocean with a population of 4571 people. The water temperature around North Westport changes dramatically throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 2.6°C (36.6°F) in February up to 20.9°C (69.5°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (52°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since North Westport 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 Westport?

The current water temperature in the month of January near North Westport is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in proximity to North Westport. The nearest one is Horseneck Beach, which is 11.3km (9.2miles) away from North Westport. Click here to check out more information on Horseneck Beach and its water temperature. Other surfspots near North Westport are 2nd Beach, which is ca 14.8km (9.2miles) away, and Sakonnet River Break, located roughly 15.4km (9.6miles) from North Westport.

Are there beaches near by?

There are a few other beaches in close proximity to North Westport. The nearest one is Tiverton, which is just 6.9km (4.3miles) away from North Westport. Another beach near North Westport is Dartmouth, which is 6.9km (4.3miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for North Westport?

The sea temperature around North Westport is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (70°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during late winter, temperatures cool down to roughly 3°C (37°F). In this season, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to North Westport?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 3 to 8°C (37-46°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when water temperatures range from 16 to 21°C (61-70°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to North Westport: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about North Westport...

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