Can you swim at Timmendorfer Strand in October? — 13.0°C water

Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · October
13.0°C
Live water now
Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool

Cool. 13.0°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 Timmendorfer Strand live page for full conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Timmendorfer Strand in October?

Timmendorfer Strand averages 13.0°C in October, based on long-run climatology for the Baltic Sea.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Timmendorfer Strand in October?

Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 13.0°C.

Do I need a wetsuit at Timmendorfer Strand in October?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.