Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Oceanside City Beach, United States

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Oceanside City Beach...

Oceanside City Beach is a beach in the United States. The water temperature around Oceanside City Beach has average variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 13.6°C (56.5°F) in February up to 20.6°C (69.1°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (63°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Oceanside City Beach 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 at Oceanside City Beach?

The current water temperature in the month of March at Oceanside City Beach is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in proximity to Oceanside City Beach. The closest one is Oceanside Pier, which is only 0.2km (1.2miles) away from Oceanside City Beach. Click here for more information on Oceanside Pier and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Oceanside City Beach are Camp Pendelton, which is ca 1.9km (1.2miles) away, and Del Mar Jetties, located approximately 2km (1.2miles) from Oceanside City Beach.

Are there any other nice beaches close to Oceanside City Beach?

Yes, there are a few other nice beaches close to Oceanside City Beach. The nearest one is Lands End Beach, which is only 0.5km (0.3miles) away from Oceanside City Beach. Another beach near Oceanside City Beach is Carlsbad City Beach, which is ca 1.1km (0.7miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for Oceanside City Beach?

The water temperature at Oceanside City Beach is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (69°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to be in the water for several hours, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during January, February, and March, water temperatures cool down to roughly 14°C (56°F). During these months, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Oceanside City Beach?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 14 to 19°C (56-65°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. The conditions normally change during July, August, and September when temperatures go up to 16 to 21°C (60-69°F). Fish which like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Oceanside City Beach: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Oceanside City Beach...

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