Gwynedd, United Kingdom
Irish Sea52.91°N, 4.17°WStation UN-GWY-TRA

Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands Sea Water Temperature

A temperate beach on the Irish Sea, warmest around August at about 17.2°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands water temperature

16.4
61.5°FCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.

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Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
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Coastal Air
18°C
64.2°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
16.4°C
61.5°F
Waves: 1m
Refreshing
ThuOct 1
16.7°C
62.1°F
Waves: 0.9m
Refreshing
FriOct 2
16.8°C
62.2°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
SatOct 3
16.7°C
62.1°F
Waves: 0.6m
Refreshing
SunOct 4
16.4°C
61.5°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
MonOct 5
16.1°C
61°F
Waves: 0.9m
Refreshing
TueOct 6
16°C
60.8°F
Waves: 1m
Refreshing
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands.
Confidence: High

Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands occurs inJune, July, August, September — peaking at17.2°C (63°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
8
Jan
7
Feb
8
Mar
10
Apr
12
May
15
Jun
17
Jul
17
Aug
Current
16
Sep
14
Oct
11
Nov
10
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January6.8°C8°C10.1°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February5.7°C7.4°C8.9°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March5.8°C7.5°C10°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April8°C9.6°C11.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
May9.9°C12°C13.7°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
June12.6°C14.8°C16.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
July13.6°C16.5°C18.8°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
August16.4°C17.2°C18.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
SeptemberCurrent14.5°C16.4°C18.9°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
October12.5°C14.3°C16.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
November9.2°C11.4°C13.5°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
December8.7°C9.6°C10.7°CVery Cold (< 16°C)

Swimming FAQs for Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands this time of year is 16.4°C (61.5°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 Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands?

The highest water temperatures in Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands typically occur duringJune, July, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Traeth Morfa Bychan / Black Rock Sands average around16.4°C (61.5°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.5°C and a maximum of 18.9°C.

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