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

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

Schilde is a coastal city in Belgium. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the water with a population of 20373 people. The water temperature around Schilde has significant variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 4.8°C (40.7°F) in February up to 19.4°C (67°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 Schilde 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 Schilde?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Schilde is approximately:

Are there surf spots close to Schilde?

There are not too many surf spots close to Schilde. A good spot nearby is Windorgel-Vlissingen, which is 46.7km (32.6miles) away from Schilde. Click here for more information on Windorgel-Vlissingen and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Schilde are Domburg, which is roughly 52.5km (32.6miles) away, and Surfers Paradise-Knokke, located 54km (33.6miles) from Schilde.

Are there beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches close to Schilde. A beach that might be worth checking out is Bredene, which is 69.7km (43.3miles) away from Schilde. Another gorgeous beach near Schilde is Ostend, which is ca 71.7km (44.5miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Schilde?

The water temperature around Schilde 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 a good amount of time, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Schilde. Nevertheless, during late winter, water temperatures come down to nearly 5°C (41°F). In this season, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Schilde?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (41-50°F) during January, February, and March. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions typically change during summer when sea temperatures go up to 14 to 19°C (58-67°F). Fish that can often be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Schilde: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Schilde...

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