Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Rialto, Ireland

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

Rialto is a coastal city in Ireland. It is a relatively small coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 3652 people. The water temperature around Rialto changes moderately throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 6.9°C (44.5°F) in March up to 14.3°C (57.8°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (51°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Rialto 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 Rialto?

The current water temperature in the month of June in the waters close to Rialto is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not too many surf spots in close proximity to Rialto. A good spot nearby is Clogherhead, which is just 36.1km (49.9miles) away from Rialto. Click here for directions and for more information on Clogherhead and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Rialto are Hells Mouth, which is ca 80.4km (49.9miles) away, and Tramore, located 88.9km (55.2miles) from Rialto.

Are there beaches close by?

Yes, there are more beautiful beaches close to Rialto. The closest one is Merrion Strand, which is 3.9km (2.4miles) away from Rialto. Another beach near Rialto is Sandymount Strand, which is 4km (2.5miles) away.

What wetsuit do I need for Rialto?

The water temperature around Rialto is pretty cold, reaching up to 14°C (58°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Rialto. Nevertheless, during early spring, temperatures cool down to approximately 7°C (44°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some people might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Rialto?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (44-53°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions typically change during summer when sea temperatures range from 9 to 14°C (49-58°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Rialto: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Rialto...

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