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Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Ombo, Norway

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

Ombo is an island in Norway. It is one of the islands of the Ryfylke Islands island group. The water temperature around Ombo varies slightly during the year. The temperature ranges from 4.1°C (39.4°F) in March up to 14.1°C (57.3°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 9°C (48°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Ombo 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 Ombo?

The current water temperature in the month of February near Ombo is ca:
4°C (40°F)

Are there surf spots located close to Ombo?

There are not many surf spots close to Ombo. The next good one is Hellesto, which is 32.9km (21miles) away from Ombo. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Hellesto and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Ombo are Bybergsanden, which is 33.8km (21miles) away, and Reve Havn, located roughly 34.8km (21.6miles) from Ombo.

Are there sandy beaches close to Ombo?

Not too many beaches are located near to Ombo. A beach, which is not too far away, is Skallerup Klit, which is 187.5km (116.5miles) away from Ombo. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Skagen Strand, which is roughly 197.3km (122.5miles) away from Ombo.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Ombo?

The sea temperature around Ombo is pretty cold, reaching up to 14°C (57°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 ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Ombo. Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, sea temperatures cool down to approximately 4°C (39°F). During these months, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Ombo?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 4 to 9°C (39-48°F) during spring. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during summer when temperatures go up to 9 to 14°C (48-57°F). Fish which like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Ombo: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Ombo...

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