Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Pitsea, United Kingdom

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

Pitsea is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the water with a population of 25000 people. The water temperature around Pitsea changes dramatically throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 5.9°C (42.5°F) in February up to 18.9°C (66°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Pitsea 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 Pitsea?

The current water temperature in the month of May near Pitsea is approximately:

Are there surf spots near Pitsea?

There are not too many surf spots close to Pitsea. A good spot nearby is Joss Bay, which is just 42.4km (26.5miles) away from Pitsea. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Joss Bay and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Pitsea are The Wall, which is roughly 42.6km (26.5miles) away, and Broadstairs, located 42.8km (26.6miles) from Pitsea.

Are there nice beaches close by?

Yes, there are some other gorgeous beaches close to Pitsea. The closest one is Canvey Island, which is just 4.4km (2.7miles) away from Pitsea. Another gorgeous beach near Pitsea is Westcliffe-on-Sea, which is approximately 8.3km (5.2miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Pitsea?

The water temperature around Pitsea is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (66°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures come down to nearly 6°C (43°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some people might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Pitsea?

Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (43-52°F) during January, February, and March. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions change during summer when temperatures reach 14 to 19°C (57-66°F). Fish that can often be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Pitsea: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Pitsea...

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