Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Sirius Seamount

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Sirius Seamount...

Sirius Seamount is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Sirius Seamount has moderate variability year round. The temperature ranges from 3°C (37.4°F) in March up to 9.4°C (49°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 6°C (43°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Sirius Seamount 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 Sirius Seamount?

The current water temperature in the month of May near Sirius Seamount is about:

Are there surf spots near Sirius Seamount?

Not too many surf spots are located in proximity to Sirius Seamount. A good spot nearby is Three Mile, which is more than 489.3km (303.9miles) away from Sirius Seamount. Click here to check out more information on Three Mile and its water temperature. If you don't mind the drive, you can also check out Mill Bay, which is ca 509.2km (316.2miles) away from Sirius Seamount. Another surfspot is Mill Bay, located roughly 509.2km (316.2miles) from Sirius Seamount.

Are there beaches close by?

No, not too many beaches are located in close proximity to Sirius Seamount. A good beach nearby is Race Point, which is almost 683.5km (424.5miles) away from Sirius Seamount. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Pacific Ocean, roughly 687.9km (427.2miles) away from Sirius Seamount.

What wetsuit is needed for Sirius Seamount?

The water temperature at Sirius Seamount is very cold, reaching up to 9°C (49°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Sirius Seamount. Nevertheless, during early spring, temperatures cool down to roughly 3°C (37°F). During these months, 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 windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Sirius Seamount?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 3 to 8°C (37-46°F) during spring. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures go up to 4 to 9°C (40-49°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod.

Directions to Sirius Seamount: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Sirius Seamount...

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