Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near San Clemente Ridge

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about San Clemente Ridge...

San Clemente Ridge is a geographical landform. The water temperature around San Clemente Ridge changes slightly during the year. The temperature ranges from 14.4°C (58°F) in January up to 19.9°C (67.8°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (62°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since San Clemente Ridge 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 San Clemente Ridge?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters near San Clemente Ridge is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not many surf spots in close proximity to San Clemente Ridge. The next good one is Ben weston Catalina Island, which is 26.5km (16.8miles) away from San Clemente Ridge. Click here for more information on Ben weston Catalina Island and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near San Clemente Ridge are Shark Harbor, which is approximately 27km (16.8miles) away, and Cabrillo Point, located approximately 51.2km (31.8miles) from San Clemente Ridge.

Are there beaches located close to San Clemente Ridge?

There are not many beaches near to San Clemente Ridge. A beach that might be worth checking out is Huntington City Beach, which is 55.7km (34.6miles) away from San Clemente Ridge. Another beach near San Clemente Ridge is Santa Ana River County Beach, roughly 55.9km (34.7miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for San Clemente Ridge?

The sea temperature at San Clemente Ridge is relatively cold, reaching up to 20°C (68°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at San Clemente Ridge. However, during winter, sea temperatures come down to approximately 14°C (58°F). During these months, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near San Clemente Ridge?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 14 to 19°C (58-67°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during July, August, and September when water temperatures go up to 15 to 20°C (59-68°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to San Clemente Ridge: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about San Clemente Ridge...

Do you know what the the city Newfield in the United States, the city Banilad in the Philippines, and the city Bayaguana in the Dominican Republic have in common with San Clemente Ridge? Click on the links to find out...