Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Wildwood Crest, United States

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Wildwood Crest...

Wildwood Crest is a beach in the United States. The water temperature around Wildwood Crest has extreme variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 3.5°C (38.4°F) in February up to 22.2°C (72°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 13°C (55°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Wildwood Crest 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 Wildwood Crest?

The current water temperature in the month of January at Wildwood Crest is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in close proximity to Wildwood Crest. The closest one is Diamond Beach, which is 0.5km (1.6miles) away from Wildwood Crest. Click here for more information on Diamond Beach and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Wildwood Crest are North Wildwood, which is roughly 2.6km (1.6miles) away, and Trestles, located approximately 2.9km (1.8miles) from Wildwood Crest.

Are there any other beaches in proximity to Wildwood Crest?

There are other nice beaches in close proximity to Wildwood Crest. The nearest one is Wildwood, which is 1.5km (1miles) away from Wildwood Crest. Another nice beach near Wildwood Crest is West Wildwood, which is approximately 2km (1.2miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Wildwood Crest?

The sea temperature at Wildwood Crest is warm, reaching up to 22°C (72°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a thin top or a jumpsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures come down to nearly 4°C (38°F). In this season, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing near Wildwood Crest?

Due to comparatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 4 to 9°C (38-47°F) during January, February, and March. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions typically change during July, August, and September when temperatures go up to 17 to 22°C (63-72°F). Fish that can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Wildwood Crest: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Wildwood Crest...

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