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

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

Orange is a coastal city in the United States. It is a quite little city close to the water with a population of 18595 people. The water temperature around Orange changes slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 14.1°C (57.3°F) in February up to 19.8°C (67.7°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (62°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Orange 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 Orange?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Orange is about:

Are there surf spots near Orange?

There are not too many surf spots close to Orange. A spot, which is not too far away, is Bolivar, which is about 59.1km (49.7miles) away from Orange. Click here for more information on Bolivar and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Orange are Refish Island, which is 80km (49.7miles) away, and Galveston-Stewart Beach, located roughly 82.7km (51.4miles) from Orange.

Are there beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Orange. A good beach nearby is Holly Beach, which is only 28km (17.4miles) away from Orange. Another beach near Orange is Holly Beach, which is approximately 28km (17.4miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Orange?

The water temperature around Orange is relatively cold, reaching up to 20°C (68°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for several hours, but some people 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 14°C (57°F). In this season, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Orange?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 14 to 19°C (57-66°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions change during August, September, and October when temperatures go up to 15 to 20°C (59-68°F). Fish that can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Orange: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Orange...

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