Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Sea Girt, United States

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Sea Girt...

Sea Girt is a beach in the United States. The water temperature around Sea Girt varies dramatically throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 3.2°C (37.7°F) in February up to 21.9°C (71.5°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 13°C (55°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Sea Girt 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 at Sea Girt?

The current water temperature in the month of September at Sea Girt is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Sea Girt?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Sea Girt. The nearest one is Manasquan Inlet, which is just 2km (1.8miles) away from Sea Girt. Click here for directions and for more information on Manasquan Inlet and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Sea Girt are Belmar-16 th Street, which is approximately 2.9km (1.8miles) away, and Bay Head, located 3.8km (2.4miles) from Sea Girt.

Are there any other gorgeous beaches close by?

There are some gorgeous beaches near to Sea Girt. The closest one is Manasquan, which is only 1.3km (0.8miles) away from Sea Girt. Another good beach near Sea Girt is Spring Lake, which is roughly 1.5km (0.9miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Sea Girt?

The sea temperature at Sea Girt is relatively cold, reaching up to 22°C (71°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to be in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures come down to 3°C (38°F). During this time, a 5-6mm 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 better to carry a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Sea Girt?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 3 to 8°C (38-47°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions normally change during July, August, and September when temperatures reach 17 to 22°C (62-71°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Sea Girt: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Sea Girt...

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