Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Powell Canyon

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Powell Canyon...

Powell Canyon is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Powell Canyon changes extremely throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 4.7°C (40.5°F) in March up to 20.4°C (68.7°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 Powell Canyon 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 Powell Canyon?

The current water temperature in the month of January in the waters close to Powell Canyon is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in close proximity to Powell Canyon. A spot that might be worth checking out is Madaquecham Nantucket Island, which is 153.8km (95.5miles) away from Powell Canyon. Click here for directions and for more information on Madaquecham Nantucket Island and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try surfing Madaket, which is 161.6km (100.4miles) away from Powell Canyon. Another surfspot is Madaket, located 161.6km (100.4miles) from Powell Canyon.

Are there beaches near by?

No, not many beaches are near to Powell Canyon. The closest decent one is Siasconset Beach, which is almost 149.3km (92.7miles) away from Powell Canyon. If you have some extra time, you can also visit Fishermans Beach, 154.8km (96.1miles) away from Powell Canyon.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Powell Canyon?

The water temperature at Powell Canyon is relatively cold, reaching up to 20°C (69°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during early spring, temperatures reach lows of approximately 5°C (40°F). During this time, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to feel not too cold, but some people might even be fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Powell Canyon?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (40-49°F) during February, March, and April. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during summer when water temperatures reach 15 to 20°C (60-69°F). Fish that like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Powell Canyon: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Powell Canyon...

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