Can you swim at Birling Gap in June? — 14.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · June
14.0°C
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 14.0°C in June 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 Birling Gap live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Birling Gap in June?
Birling Gap averages 14.0°C in June, based on long-run climatology for the English Channel.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Birling Gap in June?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 14.0°C.
