Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille, France

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille...

Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille is a coastal city in France. It is a comparatively little coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 1069 people. The water temperature around Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 7.6°C (45.7°F) in February up to 17.6°C (63.7°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 Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille 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-Nicolas-de-la-Taille?

The current water temperature in the month of October in the waters close to Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in close proximity to Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille. The nearest one is Le Havre beach, which is only 17.3km (10.9miles) away from Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille. Click here for directions and for more information on Le Havre beach and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille are Yport, which is roughly 17.6km (10.9miles) away, and Vaucotte, located ca 17.7km (11miles) from Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille.

Are there beautiful beaches close by?

No, there are not many beaches in proximity to Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille. One beach, which is not too far away, is Eastbourne, which is just 87.2km (54.2miles) away from Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille. Another beach near Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille is Seaford, 88.8km (55.1miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille?

The water temperature around Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (64°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 scuba diving . However, during January, February, and March, temperatures come down to nearly 8°C (46°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some people might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 8 to 13°C (46-55°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when temperatures range from 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish that can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Taille: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

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