Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Roger Wheeler State Beach, United States

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Roger Wheeler State Beach...

Roger Wheeler State Beach is a beach in the United States. The water temperature around Roger Wheeler State Beach has significant variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 3.5°C (38.2°F) in February up to 21.2°C (70.1°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (54°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Roger Wheeler State Beach 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 at Roger Wheeler State Beach?

The current water temperature in the month of March at Roger Wheeler State Beach is ca:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in proximity to Roger Wheeler State Beach. The nearest one is Point Judith Lighthouse, which is 1.4km (1miles) away from Roger Wheeler State Beach. Click here for directions and for more information on Point Judith Lighthouse and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Roger Wheeler State Beach are Point Judith, which is approximately 1.6km (1miles) away, and Matunuck, located approximately 1.7km (1miles) from Roger Wheeler State Beach.

Are there any other gorgeous beaches close by?

There are several gorgeous beaches in close proximity to Roger Wheeler State Beach. The closest one is Salty Brine State Beach, which is 0.4km (0.2miles) away from Roger Wheeler State Beach. Another nice beach near Roger Wheeler State Beach is East Matunuck State Beach, which is roughly 1.1km (0.7miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Roger Wheeler State Beach?

The sea temperature at Roger Wheeler State Beach is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (70°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during late winter, temperatures drop down to approximately 3°C (38°F). During this time, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing near Roger Wheeler State Beach?

Due to significant water temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 3 to 8°C (38-47°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions normally change during July, August, and September when water temperatures reach 16 to 21°C (61-70°F). Fish which like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Roger Wheeler State Beach: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Roger Wheeler State Beach...

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