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

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

Stowmarket is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a fairly dense town close to the ocean with a population of 15394 people. The water temperature around Stowmarket varies extremely year round. The temperature ranges from 5.6°C (42.1°F) in March up to 17.4°C (63.3°F) in the month of July, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (52°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket?

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

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not many surf spots in proximity to Stowmarket. A spot that might be worth checking out is Joss Bay, which is about 59.2km (37.6miles) away from Stowmarket. Click here to check out more information on Joss Bay and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Stowmarket are Broadstairs, which is approximately 60.6km (37.6miles) away, and The Wall, located 62km (38.5miles) from Stowmarket.

Are there gorgeous beaches near by?

There are not many beaches in close proximity to Stowmarket. One beach, which is not too far away, is Felixstowe, which is 21.8km (13.5miles) away from Stowmarket. Another good beach near Stowmarket is Thorpeness, which is roughly 26.1km (16.2miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Stowmarket?

The sea temperature around Stowmarket is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (63°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, water temperatures drop down to 6°C (42°F). During this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some people might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing near Stowmarket?

Due to significant water temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (42-51°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions normally change during summer when temperatures go up to 12 to 17°C (54-63°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Stowmarket: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Stowmarket...

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