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

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

Wylam is a coastal city in United Kingdom. It is a rather small-sized town close to the water with a population of 1584 people. The water temperature around Wylam changes slightly during the year. The temperature ranges from 5.5°C (41.9°F) in February up to 13.5°C (56.3°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 9°C (49°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Wylam 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 Wylam?

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

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Wylam?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Wylam. The nearest one is Blyth Beach, which is 15.8km (10miles) away from Wylam. Click here for more information on Blyth Beach and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Wylam are Tynemouth Longsands, which is ca 16.1km (10miles) away, and South Shields, located approximately 16.6km (10.3miles) from Wylam.

Are there white sand beaches close by?

There are some gorgeous beaches in close proximity to Wylam. The nearest one is Newcastle, which is 8.1km (5miles) away from Wylam. Another fun beach near Wylam is Rothesay, which is 11km (6.8miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is recommended for Wylam?

The sea temperature around Wylam is pretty cold, reaching up to 14°C (56°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 a significant amount of time, but some might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Wylam. However, during late winter, temperatures cool down to roughly 6°C (42°F). In this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very chilly 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 close to Wylam?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (42-51°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions usually change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures reach 9 to 14°C (47-56°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Wylam: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Wylam...

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