Gullane Sands Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the Inner Seas off the West Coast of Scotland, warmest around August at about 14.3°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Gullane Sands water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Gullane Sands Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Gullane Sands occurs inJune, July, August, September — peaking at14.3°C (57.7°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 | 5.5°C | 6.9°C | 8.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 4.8°C | 6°C | 7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 5°C | 6.2°C | 8.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 6.5°C | 7.6°C | 9.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 8.4°C | 9.8°C | 12.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 10.9°C | 12.2°C | 14.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 12.3°C | 14.1°C | 17.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 13°C | 14.3°C | 15.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.4°C | 13.5°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10.5°C | 12°C | 13.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 8.8°C | 10.2°C | 11.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 7°C | 8.3°C | 10.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Gullane Sands
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Gullane Sands today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Gullane Sands this time of year is 13.5°C (56.3°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 Gullane Sands?
The highest water temperatures in Gullane Sands typically occur duringJune, July, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Gullane Sands in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Gullane Sands average around13.5°C (56.3°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.4°C and a maximum of 15.6°C.