Beach Weather in West Mersea Beach, Essex, United Kingdom

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14°
 
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13°
 
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13°
 
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15°
 
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17°
 
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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°
 
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15°
 

Beach Weather Today in West Mersea Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 10° 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 5.0mm of moderate rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 99%.

The winds will be on shore and extremely strong at 60kmh from the South-Southwest. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The very strong onshore winds may make conditions rough for swimming.

West Mersea Beach faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 03:46 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 10° 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 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.9mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.1mm of rain and Sunday will have 3.7mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 70%.

WEST MERSEA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 10° 10° 11° 12° 11°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 98%
0.2mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 3.3mm 0.7mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10°
100% 74% 48% 7% 5% 6% 10% 7%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21% 10% 75% 23% 1% 5% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.8mm 1.4mm 1.2mm
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10°
100% 100% 100% 93% 100% 79% 95% 94%
0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 24th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
98% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
50
kmh
49
kmh
38
kmh
36
kmh
43
kmh
59
kmh
60
kmh
36
kmh
1.9m
1.9m
1.4m
1.3m
1.8m
1.9m
2.1m
1.9m
3.0s 3.0s 3.0s 3.0s 3.0s 3.0s 3.0s 3.0s
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
20
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.2m
1.2m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
3.0s 4.8s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
0.8m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
14
kmh
22
kmh
27
kmh
33
kmh
31
kmh
29
kmh
19
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
0.7m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.0s 4.0s 3.8s 3.7s
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
3
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
3.7s 3.2s 3.1s 3.9s 5.7s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s
Wed 24th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
28
kmh
31
kmh
0.8m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
1.1m
3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s
Thu 18th December
4:30 AM 10:29 AM 4:45 PM 10:51 PM
1.85 4.24 1.75 4.36
Fri 19th December
5:12 AM 11:10 AM 5:24 PM 11:28 PM
1.73 4.29 1.73 4.44
Sat 20th December
5:52 AM 11:50 AM 6:02 PM
1.61 4.33 1.71
Sun 21st December
12:04 AM 6:30 AM 12:29 PM 6:39 PM
4.52 1.50 4.37 1.68
Mon 22nd December
12:41 AM 7:08 AM 1:09 PM 7:18 PM
4.58 1.40 4.41 1.67
Tue 23rd December
1:18 AM 7:48 AM 1:50 PM 7:59 PM
4.62 1.32 4.43 1.67
Wed 24th December
1:58 AM 8:29 AM 2:34 PM 8:42 PM
4.64 1.25 4.43 1.69
Thu 18th December
12°
5.0mm
33kmh S
99%
Fri 19th December
0.1mm
24kmh WSW
32%
Sat 20th December
0.1mm
18kmh SSE
41%
Sun 21st December
11°
3.7mm
24kmh ESE
100%
Mon 22nd December
10°
0.2mm
9kmh NE
95%
Tue 23rd December
0.1mm
15kmh NE
100%
Wed 24th December
1.0mm
15kmh NE
99%
Thu 25th December
0.8mm
23kmh ENE
99%
Fri 26th December
0.4mm
17kmh ENE
87%
Sat 27th December
0.8mm
12kmh ENE
81%
Sun 28th December
0.7mm
14kmh NNE
87%
Mon 29th December
0.8mm
16kmh NE
89%
Tue 30th December
0.0mm
24kmh ENE
65%
Wed 31st December
0.0mm
23kmh ENE
12%

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 1.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 78%.

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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