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

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

Oceanside is a coastal city in the United States. It is a fairly dense city close to the water with a population of 32109 people. The water temperature around Oceanside changes slightly 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 illustrated 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 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 Oceanside?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Oceanside is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Oceanside?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Oceanside. The nearest one is Lido, which is 3.7km (2.3miles) away from Oceanside. Click here for directions and for more information on Lido and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Oceanside are Lido West, which is roughly 3.7km (2.3miles) away, and Lincoln, located ca 4km (2.5miles) from Oceanside.

Are there gorgeous beaches near by?

There are some gorgeous beaches in close proximity to Oceanside. The closest one is Long Sands Beach, which is 1km (0.6miles) away from Oceanside. Another nice beach near Oceanside is Lido Beach, which is ca 3.5km (2.2miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is recommended for Oceanside?

The sea temperature around Oceanside 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 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures cool down to roughly 14°C (56°F). During these months, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing close to Oceanside?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 14 to 19°C (56-65°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during summer when temperatures reach 16 to 21°C (60-69°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Oceanside: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Oceanside...

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