Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near White Strand, Ireland

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about White Strand...

White Strand is a beach in Ireland. The water temperature around White Strand changes slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 8.6°C (47.6°F) in March up to 15.2°C (59.3°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since White Strand 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 White Strand?

The current water temperature in the month of January at White Strand is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not many surf spots in close proximity to White Strand. A spot, which is not too far away, is Carrowniskey, which is about 4.6km (28.9miles) away from White Strand. Click here for more information on Carrowniskey and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near White Strand are Fanore, which is 46.5km (28.9miles) away, and Inishcrone, located roughly 49.1km (30.5miles) from White Strand.

Are there any other gorgeous beaches close by?

There are more gorgeous beaches in proximity to White Strand. The nearest one is White Strand, which is 0km (0miles) away from White Strand. Another good beach near White Strand is White Strand, which is approximately 0km (0miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for White Strand?

The sea temperature at White Strand is pretty cold, reaching up to 15°C (59°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during early spring, temperatures reach lows of nearly 9°C (48°F). During these months, a 4-5mm wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some people might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing near White Strand?

Due to comparatively large sea temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 9 to 14°C (48-57°F) during February, March, and April. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures reach 10 to 15°C (50-59°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to White Strand: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about White Strand...

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