Short Strand Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the Irish Sea, warmest around September at about 15.3°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Short Strand Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Short Strand Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Short Strand Beach occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at15.3°C (59.5°F) in September.
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 | 7.6°C | 9.2°C | 10.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 7.3°C | 8.3°C | 9.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 6.8°C | 8.1°C | 9.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 7.8°C | 9.1°C | 10.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 9.2°C | 10.7°C | 12.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 11.3°C | 12.6°C | 13.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 11.4°C | 13.9°C | 15.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 14.2°C | 15.1°C | 16.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.1°C | 15.3°C | 16.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 13.4°C | 14.5°C | 15.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.5°C | 12.4°C | 14.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 9.5°C | 10.6°C | 11.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Short Strand Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Short Strand Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Short Strand Beach this time of year is 15.3°C (59.5°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 Short Strand Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Short Strand Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Short Strand Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Short Strand Beach average around15.3°C (59.5°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.1°C and a maximum of 16.8°C.