Seton 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.
Seton Sands water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Seton Sands Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Seton 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 Seton Sands
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Seton Sands today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Seton 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 Seton Sands?
The highest water temperatures in Seton Sands typically occur duringJune, July, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Seton Sands in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Seton Sands average around13.5°C (56.3°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.4°C and a maximum of 15.6°C.