Cornwall, United Kingdom
Celtic Sea50.05°N, 5.69°WStation UN-COR-NAN

Nanjizal or Mill Bay Sea Water Temperature

A temperate beach on the Celtic Sea, warmest around August at about 16.5°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Nanjizal or Mill Bay water temperature

15.8
60.4°FVery Cold (< 16°C)

Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.

+0°vs Sep avgCeltic Sea50.05°N, 5.69°W
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
17°C
63.1°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
15.8°C
60.4°F
Waves: 1m
Very Cold
ThuOct 1
16.1°C
61°F
Waves: 0.9m
Refreshing
FriOct 2
16.2°C
61.2°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
SatOct 3
16.1°C
61°F
Waves: 0.6m
Refreshing
SunOct 4
15.8°C
60.4°F
Waves: 0.7m
Very Cold
MonOct 5
15.5°C
59.9°F
Waves: 0.9m
Very Cold
TueOct 6
15.4°C
59.7°F
Waves: 1m
Very Cold
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Nanjizal or Mill Bay.
Confidence: High

Nanjizal or Mill Bay Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Nanjizal or Mill Bay occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at16.5°C (61.7°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
11
Jan
10
Feb
10
Mar
10
Apr
12
May
14
Jun
16
Jul
17
Aug
Current
16
Sep
15
Oct
13
Nov
12
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January9.4°C10.6°C11.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February9.1°C10°C10.7°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March8.7°C9.7°C10.5°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April9.5°C10.4°C11.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
May10.3°C11.9°C14°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
June12.4°C14.3°C16.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
July13.7°C16.2°C19.5°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
August15.3°C16.5°C18°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
SeptemberCurrent14.3°C15.8°C18°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
October12.8°C14.5°C15.9°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
November10.8°C13°C14.4°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
December10.4°C11.6°C12.9°CVery Cold (< 16°C)

Swimming FAQs for Nanjizal or Mill Bay

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Nanjizal or Mill Bay today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Nanjizal or Mill Bay this time of year is 15.8°C (60.4°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 Nanjizal or Mill Bay?

The highest water temperatures in Nanjizal or Mill Bay typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Nanjizal or Mill Bay in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Nanjizal or Mill Bay average around15.8°C (60.4°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.3°C and a maximum of 18°C.

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