North Sands Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Celtic Sea, warmest around August at about 16.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
North Sands water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
North Sands Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in North Sands occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at16.9°C (62.4°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 | 9.1°C | 10.8°C | 12°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 8.4°C | 10°C | 11.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 8.2°C | 9.6°C | 10.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 9.1°C | 10.3°C | 11.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 9.9°C | 11.8°C | 14.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 11.5°C | 14.3°C | 16.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 13.3°C | 16.2°C | 19°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 15.7°C | 16.9°C | 20.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.7°C | 16.1°C | 17.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 13.7°C | 15.1°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.8°C | 13.5°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 10.5°C | 11.9°C | 13.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for North Sands
Is the sea warm enough to swim in North Sands today?
Typical sea surface temperature in North Sands this time of year is 16.1°C (61°F) — classified as Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C). Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in North Sands?
The highest water temperatures in North Sands typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in North Sands in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in North Sands average around16.1°C (61.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.7°C and a maximum of 17.3°C.