Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Powe Seamount

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Powe Seamount...

Powe Seamount is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Powe Seamount varies significantly during the year. The temperature ranges from 3.8°C (38.8°F) in April up to 13.9°C (57.1°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 8°C (46°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Powe Seamount 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 Powe Seamount?

The current water temperature in the month of May in the waters close to Powe Seamount is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in proximity to Powe Seamount. A spot that might be worth checking out is Fossil Beach Kodiak, which is almost 545.5km (338.8miles) away from Powe Seamount. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Fossil Beach Kodiak and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try surfing Mill Bay, which is approximately 572.7km (355.7miles) away from Powe Seamount. Another good surfspot is Mill Bay, located ca 572.7km (355.7miles) from Powe Seamount.

Are there nice beaches close by?

No, not many beaches are located near to Powe Seamount. The closest decent one is Pacific Ocean, which is almost 724.6km (450.1miles) away from Powe Seamount. If you have some extra time, you can also try Race Point, which is ca 736.6km (457.5miles) away from Powe Seamount.

What wetsuit is recommended for Powe Seamount?

The water temperature at Powe Seamount is pretty cold, reaching up to 14°C (57°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during March, April, and May, temperatures cool down to roughly 4°C (39°F). During these months, a 5/6 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 amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Powe Seamount?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 4 to 9°C (39-48°F) during March, April, and May. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions change during August, September, and October when temperatures range from 9 to 14°C (48-57°F). Fish which can often times be found in waters with these temperatures include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Powe Seamount: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Powe Seamount...

Do you know what the the city Barra in the Philippines, the city Chiusi in the Italy, and the city Arroyo Grande in the United States have in common with Powe Seamount? Click on the links to find out...