List Beach — Sea temperature now
Sylt family beach.
Mild water with a light chop and a light breeze — comfortable conditions for most swimmers.
Location
List Beach on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.
7-day forecast
Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.
Monthly sea temperature averages
Typical year-round water temperature, based on regional climatology.
Best time to swim in List Beach
The sea in List Beach peaks in August, when the water averages around 19°C.
On average, 0 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Outside peak season the water drops toward 7°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable.
The coldest month is typically February at around 3°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
List Beach sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for List Beach shows an annual mean sea temperature of 10°C, ranging from 3°C in winter to 19°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 16°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at List Beach, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
List Beach sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in List Beach?
August is the warmest month in List Beach, when the sea averages about 19°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in List Beach?
The coldest month in List Beach is typically February, when the water averages around 3°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in List Beach without a wetsuit?
The sea in List Beach rarely climbs above 20°C, so a wetsuit is recommended year-round for anything longer than a quick dip.
Do I need a wetsuit in List Beach?
Outside peak summer the water in List Beach drops toward 7°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.
What is the average sea temperature in List Beach?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in List Beach is about 10°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in List Beach?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in List Beach, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Year-round sea temperature
| Month | Sea | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4°C | Cold |
| Feb | 3°C | Cold |
| Mar | 4°C | Cold |
| Apr | 6°C | Cold |
| May | 10°C | Cold |
| Jun | 14°C | Bracing |
| Jul | 18°C | Pleasant |
| Aug ⭐ | 19°C | Pleasant |
| Sep | 17°C | Bracing |
| Oct | 13°C | Cold |
| Nov | 9°C | Cold |
| Dec | 6°C | Cold |