Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Stenkullen, Sweden

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

Stenkullen is a coastal city in Sweden. It is a rather small-sized town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 2000 people. The water temperature around Stenkullen has extreme variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 2.1°C (35.8°F) in February up to 17.7°C (63.9°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 9°C (49°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Stenkullen 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 Stenkullen?

The current water temperature in the month of September in the waters around Stenkullen is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not many surf spots are close to Stenkullen. A spot that might be worth checking out is Loekken, which is almost 101.3km (62.9miles) away from Stenkullen. Click here for directions and for more information on Loekken and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Hornbaek, which is roughly 118.1km (73.3miles) away from Stenkullen. Another good surfspot is Hornbaek, located approximately 118.1km (73.3miles) from Stenkullen.

Are there white sand beaches in proximity to Stenkullen?

There are not many beaches close to Stenkullen. A beach that might be worth checking out is Vestero Strand, which is only 63.7km (39.6miles) away from Stenkullen. Another fun beach near Stenkullen is Skagen Strand, 66.9km (41.6miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Stenkullen?

The sea temperature around Stenkullen is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (64°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, water temperatures come down to roughly 2°C (36°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 cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing near Stenkullen?

Due to significant sea temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 2 to 7°C (36-45°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during summer when temperatures go up to 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Stenkullen: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Stenkullen...

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