Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Zele, Belgium

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

Zele is a coastal city in Belgium. It is a rather small-sized town close to the water with a population of 20236 people. The water temperature around Zele varies extremely throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 4.6°C (40.3°F) in January up to 18.6°C (65.5°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (52°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Zele 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 Zele?

The current water temperature in the month of April near Zele is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Zele?

There are not many surf spots close to Zele. The next good one is Windorgel-Vlissingen, which is about 33.8km (22.6miles) away from Zele. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Windorgel-Vlissingen and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Zele are Surfers Paradise-Knokke, which is approximately 36.4km (22.6miles) away, and Casino break, located approximately 38.3km (23.8miles) from Zele.

Are there white sand beaches near Zele?

There are not too many beaches near to Zele. One beach, which is not too far away, is Bredene, which is just 47.6km (29.6miles) away from Zele. Another fun beach near Zele is Ostend, which is approximately 49.2km (30.6miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Zele?

The sea temperature around Zele is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (65°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Zele. Nevertheless, during winter, temperatures cool down to roughly 5°C (40°F). During these months, 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 fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Zele?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (40-49°F) during December, January, and February. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during summer when water temperatures reach 14 to 19°C (56-65°F). Fish which like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Zele: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Zele...

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