The water will feel cool (fresh). Probably too cold for all but seasoned swimmers. We'd recommend a 4mm or 5mm wetsuit if you want to stay in the water.
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The measurements for the water temperature in North Queensferry, Scotland are provided by the daily satellite readings provided by the NOAA. The temperatures given are the sea surface temperature (SST) which is most relevant to recreational users.
*Live data may vary from satellite readings for a number of reasons. These include local factors, depth of smapling and time of day.
The graph below shows the range of monthly North Queensferry water temperature derived from many years of historical sea surface temperature data.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min °C | 6.2 | 5.8 | 6 | 7 | 8.7 | 10.4 | 12.3 | 13.7 | 13.7 | 12.3 | 10.7 | 8.2 |
| Max °C | 9.1 | 8.5 | 8.2 | 9.7 | 11.1 | 14.2 | 16.3 | 15.9 | 15.3 | 14.5 | 13 | 11.1 |
| Min °F | 44.3 | 43.5 | 43.7 | 45.6 | 48.6 | 52.2 | 55.7 | 57.5 | 57.3 | 55 | 52.1 | 47.9 |
| Max °F | 47.2 | 46.2 | 45.9 | 48.3 | 51 | 56 | 59.7 | 59.7 | 58.9 | 57.2 | 54.4 | 50.8 |
The warmest water temperature is in August with an average around 58.6°F / 14.8°C. The coldest month is February with an average water temperature of 44.8°F / 7.1°C.
These average ocean temperatures for North Queensferry are calculated from several years of archived data.
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Whilst sea temperatures for North Queensferry are as accurate as current data allows, there may be slight local and regional variations depending on conditions. Time of day and wind direction may have a temporary local effect as can water flows from neraby rivers.
