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