What temperature should I go to the beach?

Most people prefer to swim when the air temperature is warm but not too hot, ideally between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to 27 degrees Celsius). Extremely hot weather can cause dehydration and sunburn, while cooler weather can make it uncomfortable to be in and around the water.



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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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Beach weather in the mid-60s can change in an instant depending on cloud cover and wind speeds. While at times you may feel fine in just a short-sleeve tee, one gust of wind later, you'll be glad you packed your favorite pullover . Temperatures in the 60s also mean you should wear pants to the beach instead of shorts.

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Low 70s , in my opinion, is not too cold to go to the beach, especially if it's not a cloudy day and the sun is shining.

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Water takes a lot more energy to heat up and cool down than land does. Because of this, our summers are always cooler right at the beaches, and our winters are typically warmer.

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The best time is when the tide has been low in the morning, and the incoming afternoon tide flows over the hot sands. If the timing is right, early evening with the tide now high and the sun setting over calm warm waters is hard to beat.

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