Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Prins Karls Forland, Norway

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Prins Karls Forland...

Prins Karls Forland is an island in Norway. It is located in the Svalbard island group. The water temperature around Prins Karls Forland changes moderately during the year. The temperature ranges from -0.9°C (30.4°F) in May up to 5.7°C (42.2°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 2°C (35°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Prins Karls Forland 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 Prins Karls Forland?

The current water temperature in the month of January in the waters close to Prins Karls Forland is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in proximity to Prins Karls Forland. The next good one is Unstad, which is 711.2km (441.8miles) away from Prins Karls Forland. Click here to check out more information on Unstad and its water temperature. If you don't mind the drive, you can also try Farstadstranda-Farstad, which is approximately 1081.8km (671.9miles) away from Prins Karls Forland. Another surfspot is Farstadstranda-Farstad, located 1081.8km (671.9miles) from Prins Karls Forland.

Are there beaches close by?

No, not many beaches are close to Prins Karls Forland. A good beach nearby is Kangasjärvi, which is almost 1182.9km (734.7miles) away from Prins Karls Forland. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try Ruissalo, 1304.7km (810.3miles) away from Prins Karls Forland.

What wetsuit thickness do I need for Prins Karls Forland?

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Prins Karls Forland?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from -1 to 4°C (30-39°F) during spring. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures reach 1 to 6°C (33-42°F). Fish that like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod.

Directions to Prins Karls Forland: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Prins Karls Forland...

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