Beach Weather in West Mersea Beach, Essex, United Kingdom

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Tan
Tan
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14°
 
Sea
13°
 
Sea
13°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
21°
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22°
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24°
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22°
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19°
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17°
 
Sea
15°
 

Beach Weather Today in West Mersea Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 52%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and strong at 40kmh from the East-Southeast. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel even colder. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

West Mersea Beach faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 04:50 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 53% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in West Mersea Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 1.0mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 76%.

WEST MERSEA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
88% 73% 72% 48% 15% 13% 53% 54%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
Thu 5th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 87% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 97%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.8mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 52% 82%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.9mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
Sat 7th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10°
100% 100% 100% 100% 86% 53% 63% 77%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 8th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10°
97% 100% 46% 62% 35% 74% 75% 54%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 9th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
44% 33% 54% 100% 100% 100% 100% 65%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.9mm 0.6mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 10th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
48% 72% 55% 61% 97% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.3mm
Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
35
kmh
40
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.9m
1.9m
6.8s 7.0s 7.1s 7.4s 7.8s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s
Thu 5th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
40
kmh
37
kmh
38
kmh
35
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
31
kmh
1.9m
2.0m
1.9m
1.9m
1.2m
1.7m
1.7m
1.8m
7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 3.7s 3.7s 3.7s 3.7s
Fri 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
25
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
1.8m
1.9m
1.7m
1.6m
1.5m
1.0m
0.9m
1.1m
3.7s 3.7s 3.7s 3.7s 3.7s 6.2s 6.1s 6.6s
Sat 7th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
25
kmh
23
kmh
28
kmh
23
kmh
18
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
7.3s 7.3s 7.3s 7.1s 6.9s 7.0s 7.2s 7.3s
Sun 8th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
15
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
7.2s 7.5s 7.5s 7.4s 7.4s 7.3s 7.2s 7.0s
Mon 9th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
19
kmh
24
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
24
kmh
0.9m
1.0m
1.2m
1.3m
1.6m
1.3m
1.2m
0.9m
6.9s 6.8s 6.6s 6.4s 6.3s 6.2s 6.2s 6.3s
Tue 10th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
1.2m
0.9m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
0.8m
6.4s 6.4s 6.3s 6.1s 5.0s 4.3s 3.0s 3.0s
Wed 4th February
1:00 AM 7:38 AM 1:35 PM 7:49 PM
5.15 0.68 4.93 1.30
Thu 5th February
1:40 AM 8:14 AM 2:14 PM 8:23 PM
5.15 0.72 4.82 1.37
Fri 6th February
2:18 AM 8:49 AM 2:52 PM 8:55 PM
5.06 0.87 4.64 1.48
Sat 7th February
2:55 AM 9:24 AM 3:29 PM 9:28 PM
4.88 1.10 4.42 1.64
Sun 8th February
3:34 AM 9:57 AM 4:07 PM 10:02 PM
4.62 1.37 4.18 1.82
Mon 9th February
4:14 AM 10:33 AM 4:50 PM 10:41 PM
4.31 1.66 3.93 2.02
Tue 10th February
5:01 AM 11:13 AM 5:43 PM 11:30 PM
3.99 1.95 3.72 2.22
Wed 4th February
0.1mm
21kmh SE
52%
Thu 5th February
1.3mm
27kmh ESE
98%
Fri 6th February
1.5mm
13kmh ESE
91%
Sat 7th February
10°
1.0mm
17kmh SSE
84%
Sun 8th February
10°
0.0mm
14kmh SW
67%
Mon 9th February
1.9mm
27kmh SSE
74%
Tue 10th February
0.5mm
12kmh SSE
79%
Wed 11th February
10°
2.8mm
25kmh SW
92%
Thu 12th February
0.2mm
23kmh N
95%
Fri 13th February
1.1mm
23kmh NW
62%
Sat 14th February
0.0mm
21kmh WNW
8%
Sun 15th February
2.5mm
37kmh S
71%
Mon 16th February
11°
1.2mm
26kmh SSW
94%
Tue 17th February
0.4mm
28kmh SSW
91%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. There will be 12 days of very light rain with an average of 1.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 76%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in West Mersea Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at West Mersea Beach, Essex, England, United Kingdom

Taking a holiday at West Mersea Beach in Essex, England, United Kingdom is a great way to enjoy the beautiful coastline and engage in various beach activities. West Mersea Beach is located on the island of Mersea, which is accessible by car or public transport. This charming beach destination offers plenty of opportunities for relaxation and entertainment, making it an ideal spot for a beach vacation.

Beach Type

West Mersea Beach is mainly composed of yellow sand with small pebbles scattered along the shore. The sand is relatively coarse, providing a stable surface for walking and sunbathing. The water at West Mersea Beach is generally calm and shallow, making it suitable for swimming and wading.

While the beach may not have rocky areas or reefs ideal for snorkeling and diving, there are still many ways to enjoy the marine life. You can take boat trips from the nearby marina to explore other parts of the coastline where you might find more diverse underwater environments.

Beach Activities

The most popular activities at West Mersea Beach include:

  • Swimming: The calm waters make it an excellent spot for swimming.
  • Sunbathing: Relax on the sandy beach while soaking up some sun.
  • Crabbing: A favorite pastime among visitors, especially children, involves catching crabs along the shoreline using crab lines and bait.
  • Sailing: The nearby marina offers sailing opportunities for those interested in exploring the coast from a different perspective.
  • Birdwatching: The area surrounding West Mersea Beach is home to various bird species, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Accommodations

While there may not be any large beach resorts in West Mersea, there are plenty of accommodation options available such as:

  1. West Mersea Holiday Park - Offers comfortable caravans and chalets within walking distance of the beach.
  2. The Victory at Mersea - A stylish inn with modern rooms and a restaurant.
  3. Waldegraves Holiday Park - A family-friendly holiday park with caravans, lodges, and camping facilities.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting West Mersea Beach, consider staying in the following areas:

  • West Mersea Town Centre: This area offers a variety of local shops, restaurants, and pubs. Staying here allows you to be within walking distance of most attractions.
  • East Mersea: This quieter part of the island is perfect for those who prefer a more peaceful and secluded setting.

Beach Amenities

West Mersea Beach offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit:

  • Public toilets
  • Car park
  • Picnic area
  • Children's playground
  • Nearby shops and cafes

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