What do you wear to the beach at 70 degrees?

Opt for a long-sleeve tee or layer on a lightweight button-up shirt when the temperature is hovering in the low 70s on a cloudy day. Be sure to pack a sweatshirt and breathable, moisture-wicking shorts to toss on for your morning beach walk or late at night as you curl up in front of the campfire to toast marshmallows.



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70s. A basic t-shirt and shorts make the perfect combination for beach weather forecasts in the 70s.

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Yes, 75 and cloudy is quite comfortable for swimming as well as many other activities. Ideally the water will be a similar temperature or slightly warmer. If it is particularly cold just be sure not to stay in too long.

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AND YES, THE WATER DOES INTENSIFY THE SUN'S RAYS. And the reason you've been waiting to hear, confirmed — yes, the sun does reflect off of the ocean (or lake or swimming pool) and its rays are intensified as they reach your skin, making your more susceptible to a sunburn.

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What's warm enough for you and what's warm enough for me may not be the same thing. But generally people will start going in for a swim when the water temperature warms up to around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. At 75 degrees, most people will venture in and at 80, anyone will swim comfortably.

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Ocean Effect Near the beach is much cooler than it is just over a small set of mountains. The sea air keeps things warmer at night and cooler during the day. This is because of the atmospheric mixing and local winds that are created.

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