Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Saint Leonards-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Saint Leonards-on-Sea...

Saint Leonards-on-Sea is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 10001 people. The water temperature around Saint Leonards-on-Sea varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 7.3°C (45.1°F) in March up to 16.6°C (61.9°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 Saint Leonards-on-Sea 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 Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Saint Leonards-on-Sea is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in proximity to Saint Leonards-on-Sea. The closest one is Stamco, which is just 0.6km (0.8miles) away from Saint Leonards-on-Sea. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Stamco and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Saint Leonards-on-Sea are Hastings pier, which is ca 1.3km (0.8miles) away, and Eastbourne, located ca 13km (8.1miles) from Saint Leonards-on-Sea.

Are there beaches close to Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

Yes, there are a few other nice beaches near to Saint Leonards-on-Sea. The closest one is Hastings, which is just 1.2km (0.8miles) away from Saint Leonards-on-Sea. Another beautiful beach near Saint Leonards-on-Sea is Bexhill-on-Sea, which is 3.3km (2.1miles) away.

What wetsuit do I need for Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

The water temperature around Saint Leonards-on-Sea is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (62°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during early spring, temperatures reach lows of roughly 7°C (45°F). During this time, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some people might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (45-54°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during summer when sea temperatures range from 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Saint Leonards-on-Sea: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Saint Leonards-on-Sea...

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