Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Schelle, Belgium

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

Schelle is a coastal city in Belgium. It is a rather small-sized town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 7675 people. The water temperature around Schelle changes significantly during the year. The temperature ranges from 4.5°C (40.1°F) in February up to 19.4°C (67°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Schelle 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 Schelle?

The current water temperature in the month of October in the waters around Schelle is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not many surf spots in close proximity to Schelle. The closest decent spot is Windorgel-Vlissingen, which is about 40.7km (28.5miles) away from Schelle. Click here for directions and for more information on Windorgel-Vlissingen and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Schelle are Surfers Paradise-Knokke, which is 46km (28.5miles) away, and Domburg, located roughly 47.8km (29.7miles) from Schelle.

Are there white sand beaches in proximity to Schelle?

There are not many beaches near to Schelle. One beach, which is not too far away, is Bredene, which is just 59.7km (37.1miles) away from Schelle. Another beach near Schelle is Ostend, 61.5km (38.2miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Schelle?

The sea temperature around Schelle is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (67°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 more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during late winter, sea temperatures cool down to roughly 5°C (40°F). During these months, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing near Schelle?

Due to significant sea temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (40-49°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures go up to 14 to 19°C (58-67°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Schelle: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Schelle...

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