Beach Weather in West Mersea Beach, Essex, United Kingdom

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

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

Beach Weather Today in West Mersea Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 11° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will have 0.7mm of very light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 90%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 24kmh from the North. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

West Mersea Beach faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 08:28 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 100% 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 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.8mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 54%.

WEST MERSEA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11°
91% 85% 60% 100% 100% 100% 100% 89%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Thu 7th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 12° 13° 11°
65% 78% 72% 50% 51% 51% 32% 20%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 8th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 14° 15° 14° 10°
19% 20% 27% 19% 16% 17% 11% 10%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 16° 16° 15° 11°
7% 8% 11% 4% 8% 31% 82% 9%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 12° 13° 13° 11°
12% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.7mm
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.5mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 94% 97%
0.5mm 1.8mm 1.5mm 2.6mm 2.7mm 1.7mm 0.6mm 0.1mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
18
kmh
14
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.6m
0.5m
0.7m
0.9m
0.9m
0.1s 2.3s 2.3s 2.2s 4.5s 4.4s 4.4s 4.4s
Thu 7th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
4.4s 4.4s 4.4s 4.4s 4.4s 4.4s 4.4s 2.7s
Fri 8th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
2.6s 3.5s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
1.0m
0.9m
2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
39
kmh
38
kmh
43
kmh
37
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.3m
0.5m
0.7m
0.7m
1.0m
0.6m
2.6s 2.6s 5.5s 5.6s 5.8s 5.9s 5.9s 6.1s
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
26
kmh
18
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
20
kmh
0.4m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.1m
6.0s 6.0s 6.3s 6.3s 6.0s 6.5s 6.3s 5.9s
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
37
kmh
34
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
50
kmh
56
kmh
46
kmh
1.1m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
1.1m
1.0m
1.3m
6.5s 6.2s 6.0s 6.0s 6.0s 6.0s 2.2s 2.2s
Wed 6th May
3:03 AM 9:06 AM 3:13 PM 9:32 PM
4.31 1.79 4.32 1.65
Thu 7th May
3:42 AM 9:45 AM 3:52 PM 10:18 PM
4.09 1.98 4.14 1.78
Fri 8th May
4:31 AM 10:33 AM 4:40 PM 11:15 PM
3.89 2.16 3.96 1.89
Sat 9th May
5:36 AM 11:37 AM 5:46 PM
3.74 2.30 3.83
Sun 10th May
12:23 AM 6:59 AM 12:53 PM 7:09 PM
1.93 3.73 2.34 3.82
Mon 11th May
1:36 AM 8:18 AM 2:11 PM 8:24 PM
1.86 3.88 2.25 3.97
Tue 12th May
2:44 AM 9:18 AM 3:18 PM 9:24 PM
1.68 4.14 2.05 4.22
Wed 6th May
11°
0.7mm
17kmh N
90%
Thu 7th May
13°
0.1mm
16kmh SE
52%
Fri 8th May
15°
0.0mm
15kmh SE
17%
Sat 9th May
16°
0.0mm
15kmh E
20%
Sun 10th May
14°
0.8mm
27kmh NE
89%
Mon 11th May
0.9mm
10kmh NNW
100%
Tue 12th May
11.5mm
28kmh WNW
98%
Wed 13th May
11°
0.1mm
26kmh W
59%
Thu 14th May
12°
0.0mm
7kmh ENE
21%
Fri 15th May
10°
1.4mm
20kmh N
65%
Sat 16th May
12°
3.2mm
8kmh W
99%
Sun 17th May
14°
0.7mm
18kmh SSW
80%
Mon 18th May
11°
4.5mm
24kmh E
99%
Tue 19th May
16°
0.7mm
30kmh NNE
33%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 10° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 11 days of light rain with an average of 2.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 66%.

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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