Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Steyning, United Kingdom

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

Steyning is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a rather small-sized town close to the water with a population of 9713 people. The water temperature around Steyning has a large variability year round. The temperature ranges from 5.3°C (41.5°F) in February up to 17.1°C (62.7°F) in the month of September, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Steyning 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 Steyning?

The current water temperature in the month of October near Steyning is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Steyning?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Steyning. The nearest one is Shoreham, which is only 6km (3.7miles) away from Steyning. Click here for directions and for more information on Shoreham and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Steyning are Hot pipe, which is 6km (3.7miles) away, and Brighton West Pier, located approximately 8.9km (5.5miles) from Steyning.

Are there white sand beaches near by?

There are some beaches in proximity to Steyning. The closest one is Worthing, which is only 5.2km (3.2miles) away from Steyning. Another nice beach near Steyning is Goring-by-Sea, which is approximately 6.6km (4.1miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Steyning?

The sea temperature around Steyning is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (63°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for several hours, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Steyning. Nevertheless, during late winter, temperatures reach lows of roughly 5°C (41°F). During this time, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, 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 bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Steyning?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (41-50°F) during January, February, and March. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions typically change during fall when sea temperatures range from 12 to 17°C (54-63°F). Fish that like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Steyning: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Steyning...

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