Can you go swimming in sea in winter?

The sea can be a lot rougher in winter, which is why it's so important to choose a sensible spot to swim. It can be harder to find swimming spots where there are lifeguards present during the winter, and so if you're heading somewhere without lifeguard cover, make sure to check your entry and exit points.



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According to the National Center for Cold Water Safety, water temperatures below 70 degrees Fahrenheit should be treated with caution. Water temperatures between 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit makes it difficult to control your breathing, and anything lower than 40 degrees is painfully cold.

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The Canadian-based group considers cold temperatures to be under 10°C, while cool is 10°C to 20°C, warm or hot is 21°C to 39°C and anything above 40°C is considered scalding. It's safe to say you don't want to swim in waters less than 10°C or anything exceeding 40°C. “Most water in Canada is cold, said Beyers.

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Water temperatures between 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit makes it difficult to control your breathing, and anything lower than 40 degrees is painfully cold. The colder the water, the faster your body temperature could be lowered. The average water temperature for swimming is around 77 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit.

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