Praa Sands 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.
Praa Sands water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Praa Sands Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Praa Sands occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at16.5°C (61.7°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 | 9.2°C | 10.6°C | 11.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 9.1°C | 9.9°C | 10.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 8.6°C | 9.7°C | 10.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 9.3°C | 10.4°C | 12.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 10.3°C | 12°C | 14.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 12.4°C | 14.4°C | 16.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 13.6°C | 16.2°C | 19.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 15.5°C | 16.5°C | 18.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.3°C | 15.8°C | 17.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 13°C | 14.7°C | 16°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.8°C | 13.1°C | 14.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 10.3°C | 11.6°C | 12.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Praa Sands
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Praa Sands today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Praa Sands 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 Praa Sands?
The highest water temperatures in Praa Sands typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Praa Sands in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Praa Sands average around15.8°C (60.4°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.3°C and a maximum of 17.9°C.