Fountainstown Beach Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Celtic Sea, warmest around August at about 16.1°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Fountainstown Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Fountainstown Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Fountainstown Beach occurs inJune, July, August, September — peaking at16.1°C (61°F) in August.
Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)
Hover a bar for detailsFull 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
| Month | Min Water Temp | Average Water Temp | Max Water Temp | Swimming Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.9°C | 9.9°C | 11.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 8.3°C | 9.4°C | 10.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 8.3°C | 9.3°C | 10.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 8.4°C | 10.1°C | 11.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 10.1°C | 12°C | 14.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 12.5°C | 14.4°C | 16.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 13.8°C | 16°C | 18.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 14.8°C | 16.1°C | 18.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.2°C | 15.7°C | 17.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 12.4°C | 14.2°C | 15.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10°C | 12.2°C | 13.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 9.5°C | 10.6°C | 11.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Fountainstown Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Fountainstown Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Fountainstown Beach this time of year is 15.7°C (60.3°F) — classified as Very Cold (< 16°C). Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Fountainstown Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Fountainstown Beach typically occur duringJune, July, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Fountainstown Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Fountainstown Beach average around15.7°C (60.3°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.2°C and a maximum of 17.6°C.