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

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

Takeley is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a rather small-sized town close to the ocean with a population of 1860 people. The water temperature around Takeley changes extremely during the year. The temperature ranges from 5.9°C (42.5°F) in February up to 18.9°C (66°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Takeley 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 Takeley?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Takeley is ca:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not many surf spots in proximity to Takeley. A good spot nearby is Joss Bay, which is roughly 61.2km (38.5miles) away from Takeley. Click here for more information on Joss Bay and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Takeley are Broadstairs, which is approximately 62km (38.5miles) away, and The Wall, located roughly 62.3km (38.7miles) from Takeley.

Are there white sand beaches close by?

There are not too many beaches in proximity to Takeley. The next good one is Pondfield Cove, which is 18.1km (11.2miles) away from Takeley. Another gorgeous beach near Takeley is Dornoch, ca 26.6km (16.5miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Takeley?

The sea temperature around Takeley is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (66°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Takeley. Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, temperatures cool down to roughly 6°C (43°F). During these months, a 4-5mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some people might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very chilly 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 Takeley?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions alter a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (43-52°F) during January, February, and March. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during summer when temperatures range from 14 to 19°C (57-66°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Takeley: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Takeley...

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