The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Celtic Sea, warmest around August at about 16.6°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at16.6°C (61.9°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 | 8.9°C | 9.9°C | 10.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 8.5°C | 9.7°C | 10.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 9.1°C | 10.4°C | 12.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 10.2°C | 12°C | 14.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 12.5°C | 14.6°C | 17.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 13.6°C | 16.3°C | 19.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 15.6°C | 16.6°C | 18.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.4°C | 15.9°C | 17.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 13.2°C | 14.8°C | 16.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.8°C | 13.2°C | 14.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 10.3°C | 11.6°C | 12.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area
Is the sea warm enough to swim in The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area today?
Typical sea surface temperature in The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area this time of year is 15.9°C (60.6°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 The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area?
The highest water temperatures in The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in The Bar (sand & shingle) tidal area average around15.9°C (60.6°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.4°C and a maximum of 17.8°C.