Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Pottsville, Australia
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Pottsville...
Pottsville is a surf spot in Australia.
The water temperature around Pottsville changes slightly year round.
The temperature ranges from 20.4°C (68.8°F) in August up to 26.2°C (79.1°F) in the month of March, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 23°C (74°F) and the best time for water activities is early spring, since Pottsville is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.
What is the current water temperature at Pottsville?
The current water temperature in the month of February at Pottsville is about:
25°C (76°F)
Are there any other surf spots near Pottsville?
Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Pottsville. The nearest one is Blackrocks, which is 0.8km (0.5miles) away from Pottsville.
Click here for directions and for more information on Blackrocks and its current water temperature. Another good surfspot near Pottsville is
Hastings Point, which is ca 1.9km (1.2miles) away.
Are there beaches near by?
No, not too many beaches are near to Pottsville. The closest decent beach is
Ninety Mile Beach, which is more than 1183.5km (735.1miles) away from Pottsville. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also check out
Bayleys Beach, 1244km (772.7miles) away from Pottsville.
Which wetsuit thickness is recommended for Pottsville?
The water temperature at Pottsville is very warm, reaching up to 26°C (79°F) in the months of February, March, and April. During this time, in the early fall, a rashguard or 1mm top might be required for temperature-senstive people, but most will be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Pottsville. However, during July, August, and September, temperatures come down to 20°C (69°F). In this season, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a 4/3 wetsuit.
How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Pottsville?
Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 20 to 25°C (69-78°F) during July, August, and September. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish love this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during February, March, and April when sea temperatures reach 21 to 26°C (70-79°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.
Directions to Pottsville: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
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