Can you swim at Bamburgh in November? — 12.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · November
12.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
5/4mm fullsuit + boots & gloves
cool
Cool. 12.0°C in November means short dips for most people. A 2 mm shorty or 3/2 mm wetsuit transforms the experience.
Monthly averages set expectations, but the specific beach today depends on wind, swell and recent weather. Check the live value at the top of this page or open the Bamburgh live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Bamburgh in November?
Bamburgh averages 12.0°C in November, based on long-run climatology for the North Sea.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Bamburgh in November?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 12.0°C.
