Chalkwell Beach sea temperature
Sea-surface temperature for Chalkwell Beach, United Kingdom, with the 7-day outlook and what to wear.
What is the sea temperature at Chalkwell Beach today? (19 Oct)
The sea at Chalkwell Beach is 15.8 °C today. A 4/3 keeps a two-hour session comfortable; many people add boots. Most people add boots on longer sessions. The sea is about 2 °C warmer than the air, so it will feel mild going in.
Chalkwell Beach sea temperature — next 7 days
Sea temperature varies by under 1.2 °C across the week.
| Date | Sea temp | Range | Suggested wetsuit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 19 Octtoday | 15.8 °C15.7–15.8 °C | 15.7–15.8 °C | 4/3 mm full suit |
| Tue 20 Oct | 15.7 °C15.6–15.7 °C | 15.6–15.7 °C | 4/3 mm full suit |
| Wed 21 Oct | 15.6 °C15.5–15.6 °C | 15.5–15.6 °C | 4/3 mm full suit |
| Thu 22 Oct | 15.4 °C15.3–15.5 °C | 15.3–15.5 °C | 4/3 mm full suit |
| Fri 23 Oct | 15.2 °C15.1–15.3 °C | 15.1–15.3 °C | 4/3 mm full suit |
| Sat 24 Oct | 14.9 °C14.7–15.0 °C | 14.7–15.0 °C | 4/3 mm full suit |
| Sun 25 Oct | 14.6 °C14.6–14.7 °C | 14.6–14.7 °C | 4/3 mm full suit |
Figures are modelled sea-surface temperature, not readings from a buoy or a thermometer in the shallows — expect a degree either way, and more in a shallow bay on a hot afternoon. Wetsuit suggestions are general guidance: cold tolerance varies a lot between people, and wind, session length and air temperature matter as much as the water does.
What wetsuit for what sea temperature?
| Sea temperature | Wetsuit | Extras |
|---|---|---|
| 24 °C and above | Boardshorts or swimsuit | — |
| 22–24 °C | Rash vest or 1 mm top | — |
| 19–22 °C | 2 mm shorty or spring suit | — |
| 17–19 °C | 3/2 mm full suit | — |
| 14–17 °CChalkwell Beach today | 4/3 mm full suitboots on longer sessions | boots on longer sessions |
| 11–14 °C | 5/4 mm full suitboots and gloves | boots and gloves |
| 7–11 °C | 5/4/3 mm hooded full suitboots and gloves | boots and gloves |
| Below 7 °C | 6/5 mm hooded full suitthick boots and gloves | thick boots and gloves |
Conditions at Chalkwell Beach
Water temperature is one input. For wave height, wind and a 0–100 score per sport and ability level, see the full forecast.
Sea temperature near Chalkwell Beach
Frequently asked questions.
What is the sea temperature at Chalkwell Beach today?
The sea at Chalkwell Beach, United Kingdom is 15.8 °C today. This is modelled sea-surface temperature rather than a buoy reading, so allow a degree either way.
What wetsuit do I need at Chalkwell Beach?
At 15.8 °C, 4/3 mm full suit is the usual choice at Chalkwell Beach. A 4/3 keeps a two-hour session comfortable; many people add boots. Most people add boots on longer sessions. Cold tolerance varies, and wind and session length matter as much as the water temperature.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Chalkwell Beach?
At 15.8 °C the sea at Chalkwell Beach is cold. Short swims only without a wetsuit, and be aware of cold-water shock.
How much does the sea temperature at Chalkwell Beach change over a week?
Over the next 7 days the sea at Chalkwell Beach stays between 14.6 °C and 15.8 °C. Open water changes temperature slowly, so it rarely moves much inside a week — seasonal change is what matters.
