Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Tomiya, Japan

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

Tomiya is a coastal city in Japan. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the water with a population of 42500 people. The water temperature around Tomiya changes dramatically during the year. The temperature ranges from 6.7°C (44°F) in March up to 23.5°C (74.4°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 15°C (59°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Tomiya 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 Tomiya?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Tomiya is approximately:

Are there surf spots close to Tomiya?

Not too many surf spots are located in proximity to Tomiya. The next good one is Sendai shinko, which is almost 11.8km (7.3miles) away from Tomiya. Click here for more information on Sendai shinko and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try Veedol Beach, which is 166.8km (103.6miles) away from Tomiya. Another fun surfspot is Veedol Beach, located ca 166.8km (103.6miles) from Tomiya.

Are there nice beaches close by?

No, not too many beaches are close to Tomiya. A beach, which is not too far away, is Kujukuri Beach, which is 196.7km (122.1miles) away from Tomiya. If you don't mind the drive, you can also visit Lazurnaya Bay, ca 552.5km (343.2miles) away from Tomiya.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Tomiya?

The water temperature around Tomiya is warm, reaching up to 24°C (74°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a light wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be ok without a rashguard or 1mm top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Tomiya. However, during early spring, sea temperatures cool down to 7°C (44°F). During this season, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Tomiya?

Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 7 to 12°C (44-53°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions typically change during summer when sea temperatures range from 19 to 24°C (65-74°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Tomiya: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Tomiya...

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