Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Sidmouth, England

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

Sidmouth is a beach in England. The water temperature around Sidmouth has moderate variability year round. The temperature ranges from 6.9°C (44.3°F) in March up to 16.1°C (61°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (54°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Sidmouth 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 Sidmouth?

The current water temperature in the month of September at Sidmouth is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Sidmouth?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Sidmouth. The nearest one is Beer Point, which is just 6.2km (4.7miles) away from Sidmouth. Click here to check out more information on Beer Point and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Sidmouth are BoneYard Exmouth, which is approximately 7.6km (4.7miles) away, and Challabrough, located approximately 39.7km (24.7miles) from Sidmouth.

Are there any other white sand beaches close by?

There are some gorgeous beaches near to Sidmouth. The nearest one is Salcombe Regis, which is only 1.7km (1miles) away from Sidmouth. Another nice beach near Sidmouth is Budleigh Salterton, which is ca 4.9km (3miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Sidmouth?

The sea temperature at Sidmouth is relatively cold, reaching up to 16°C (61°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Sidmouth. Nevertheless, during early spring, temperatures cool down to 7°C (44°F). In this season, a 5/4 wetsuit 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 high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Sidmouth?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (44-53°F) during February, March, and April. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during summer when water temperatures range from 11 to 16°C (52-61°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Sidmouth: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Sidmouth...

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