Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Olen, Belgium

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

Olen is a coastal city in Belgium. It is a comparatively little city close to the ocean with a population of 11070 people. The water temperature around Olen varies dramatically year round. The temperature ranges from 4.8°C (40.7°F) in February up to 19.4°C (67°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Olen 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 Olen?

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

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Olen. A spot that might be worth checking out is Windorgel-Vlissingen, which is 60.2km (41.1miles) away from Olen. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Windorgel-Vlissingen and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Olen are Domburg, which is approximately 66.1km (41.1miles) away, and Maasvlakte, located ca 66.3km (41.2miles) from Olen.

Are there beautiful beaches near by?

No, there are not too many beaches in close proximity to Olen. A beach that might be worth checking out is Bredene, which is just 81.9km (50.9miles) away from Olen. Another nice beach near Olen is Ostend, which is approximately 83.7km (52miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Olen?

The water temperature around Olen is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (67°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 fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures reach lows of approximately 5°C (41°F). During these months, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very high-quality 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Olen?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (41-50°F) during January, February, and March. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when temperatures go up to 14 to 19°C (58-67°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Olen: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Olen...

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