Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Unstad, Norway

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

Unstad is a surf spot in Norway. The water temperature around Unstad changes moderately year round. The temperature ranges from 3.6°C (38.4°F) in January up to 11.8°C (53.3°F) in the month of July, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 7°C (45°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Unstad 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 at Unstad?

The current water temperature in the month of October at Unstad is approximately:

Are there any other surf spots close to Unstad?

Not too many surf spots are located close to Unstad. The closest decent spot is Salusand, which is almost 376.2km (233.7miles) away from Unstad. Click here for more information on Salusand and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also check out Smitingen, which is 416.8km (258.9miles) away from Unstad.

Are there beaches near Unstad?

No, not too many beaches are located in proximity to Unstad. The closest decent beach is Kangasjärvi, which is almost 502.1km (311.9miles) away from Unstad. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also visit Ruissalo, approximately 615.8km (382.5miles) away from Unstad.

What wetsuit is needed for Unstad?

The water temperature at Unstad is pretty cold, reaching up to 12°C (53°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Unstad. Nevertheless, during winter, water temperatures reach lows of nearly 4°C (38°F). In this season, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a very high-quality 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Unstad?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 4 to 9°C (38-47°F) during December, January, and February. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during summer when water temperatures go up to 7 to 12°C (44-53°F). Fish that like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Unstad: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Unstad...

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