Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Old Orchard Beach, United States

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Old Orchard Beach...

Old Orchard Beach is a coastal city in the United States. It is a rather small-sized town close to the water with a population of 8624 people. The water temperature around Old Orchard Beach changes dramatically throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 2.6°C (36.6°F) in March up to 15.2°C (59.3°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 8°C (47°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Old Orchard 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 near Old Orchard Beach?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Old Orchard Beach is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Old Orchard Beach?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Old Orchard Beach. The closest one is Higgins Beach, which is 5.8km (7.8miles) away from Old Orchard Beach. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Higgins Beach and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Old Orchard Beach are Kennebunk beach, which is approximately 12.6km (7.8miles) away, and Wells Beach, located ca 17.4km (10.8miles) from Old Orchard Beach.

Are there sandy beaches close by?

There are some other beautiful beaches in close proximity to Old Orchard Beach. The closest one is Old Orchard Beach, which is just 0km (0miles) away from Old Orchard Beach. Another beach near Old Orchard Beach is Scarborough, which is ca 5.5km (3.4miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Old Orchard Beach?

The sea temperature around Old Orchard Beach is pretty cold, reaching up to 15°C (59°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Old Orchard Beach. However, during February, March, and April, temperatures cool down to roughly 3°C (37°F). During this season, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to feel not too cold, but some people might even be ok with a very high-quality 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Old Orchard Beach?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout 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 February, March, and April. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during July, August, and September when temperatures reach 10 to 15°C (50-59°F). Fish which like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Old Orchard Beach: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

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