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Water Temperature in the North Sea in IJmuiden, Netherlands: Current, Historical Data and Forecast
On this page, you will find comprehensive information about the sea temperature in IJmuiden in Netherlands, including current readings, historical data and trends, monthly averages, as well as weather forecasts and upcoming temperature predictions. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.
Current Water Temperature in IJmuiden
39°F
TODAY
40°F
YESTERDAY
41°F
A WEEK AGO
Analysis, Historical Data, and Forecast of Water Temperature
Today sea water temperature in the North Sea in IJmuiden is 4.2°F. Such water is extremely cold and not recommended for swimming without proper preparation. In these conditions, the risk of hypothermia is very high, and prolonged exposure to the water can be hazardous to your health. If you decide to swim, it is important to have the appropriate gear, such as a wetsuit. Typically, only experienced swimmers or those who practice winter swimming venture into such waters.
It is important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in good weather. When the air temperature is below 68°F (20°C), and sometimes even below 77°F (25°C), swimming can be unpleasant even with relatively high water temperatures.
Water Temperature Chart for North Sea in IJmuiden Over the Last 30 Days
The water temperature in IJmuiden today is lower than both a week ago and a month ago. Today's sea temperature is generally in line with historical values for this day.
According to our forecast, the sea temperature in IJmuiden will remain nearly unchanged in the coming days, its value will be 41°F.
Actual nearshore water temperatures may fluctuate by several degrees from the reported values, especially following heavy rainfall or extended periods of strong winds. Certain wind patterns can cause colder, deeper waters to rise and replace the sun-warmed surface water, leading to noticeable variations.
Our forecast is based on a proprietary mathematical model that considers real-time water temperature changes, historical trends, key weather patterns, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each region. Additionally, we incorporate data from other resorts across Netherlands to enhance accuracy.
Water temperature data for IJmuiden and nearby towns and resorts is gathered from various sources, including buoys and satellite sea and ocean surface maps provided by the NOAA agency. We also incorporate data from local authorities in each specific location worldwide to ensure more accurate temperature readings.
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
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Feb 16 | 41°F | 42°F | |
Feb 17 | 41°F | 43°F | |
Feb 18 | 41°F | 42°F | |
Feb 19 | 41°F | 43°F | |
Feb 20 | 41°F | 43°F | |
Feb 21 | 41°F | 43°F | |
Feb 22 | 40°F | 41°F | |
Feb 23 | 39°F | 44°F | |
Feb 24 | 43 | 40°F | |
Feb 25 | 44 | 40°F | |
Feb 26 | 43 | 40°F | |
Feb 27 | 43 | 41°F | |
Feb 28 | 45 | 41°F | |
Mar 1 | 42 | 41°F | |
Mar 2 | 41 | 41°F | |
Mar 3 | 41 | 41°F |
Sea Temperature in IJmuiden Throughout the Year
Throughout the year, the sea temperature in IJmuiden exceeds 77°F (25°C) for 0 days, exceeds 72°F (22°C) for 0 days, and exceeds 64°F (18°C) for 36 days.
Below is the annual chart of sea temperature changes in the North Sea in IJmuiden.

January
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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39°F | 44°F | 48°F |
February
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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39°F | 43°F | 46°F |
March
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
---|---|---|
39°F | 44°F | 48°F |
April
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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43°F | 47°F | 52°F |
May
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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46°F | 53°F | 59°F |
June
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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54°F | 59°F | 64°F |
July
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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59°F | 64°F | 68°F |
August
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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61°F | 66°F | 72°F |
September
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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61°F | 65°F | 70°F |
October
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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54°F | 60°F | 66°F |
November
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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48°F | 54°F | 59°F |
December
Minimum | Average | Maximum |
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41°F | 46°F | 52°F |
Monthly Water Temperature Histogram for North Sea in IJmuiden
You can explore detailed data on how the water temperature in IJmuiden varies each month:
What Beaches Are There In and Around IJmuiden?
Zandiego Beach
Zandiego Beach is a 1-stars sandy beach, is located directly in IJmuiden.
Seaport Beach Resort
Seaport Beach Resort is a 2-stars sandy beach, is located directly in IJmuiden. There is parking.
Ijmuiden Strand
Ijmuiden Strand is a 3-stars sandy beach, is located directly in IJmuiden. It has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, ensuring high environmental and quality standards. There is parking.
Timboektoe
Timboektoe is a 5-stars sandy beach, is located directly in IJmuiden. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are shops. There are cafés. Timboektoe is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. It is suitable for surfing.
Aloha Wijk Aan Zee Strandpaviljoen
Aloha Wijk Aan Zee Strandpaviljoen is a 5-stars sandy beach, is located directly in IJmuiden. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are shops. There are cafés. Aloha Wijk Aan Zee Strandpaviljoen is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. It is suitable for surfing.
Kleine Strand
Kleine Strand is a 2-stars sandy beach, is located directly in IJmuiden. There is parking.
Noordpier
Noordpier is a 5-stars sandy beach, located in a 2 km (1 miles) radius of IJmuiden. It has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, ensuring high environmental and quality standards. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are shops. There are cafés. Noordpier is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. It is suitable for surfing.
Hondenlosloopgebied Strand Velsen-Noord
Hondenlosloopgebied Strand Velsen-Noord is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 3 km (2 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There is parking. There are restrooms. Hondenlosloopgebied Strand Velsen-Noord is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. It is suitable for surfing.
Dittis Sunsea
Dittis Sunsea is a 5-stars sandy beach, located in a 4 km (2 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are shops. There are cafés. Dittis Sunsea is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. It is suitable for surfing.
Parnassia Aan Zee
Parnassia Aan Zee is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 4 km (2 miles) radius of IJmuiden. It has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, ensuring high environmental and quality standards. There is parking. There are cafés.
Strand Wijk Aan Zee
Strand Wijk Aan Zee is a 5-stars sandy beach, located in a 4 km (2 miles) radius of IJmuiden. It has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, ensuring high environmental and quality standards. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. It is suitable for surfing. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Kattendell
Kattendell is a 2-stars sandy beach, located in a 4 km (2 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There is parking. There are cafés.
Sout
Sout is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 4 km (2 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Sout is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. It is suitable for surfing.
Strandpaviljoen De Kust
Strandpaviljoen De Kust is a 5-stars sandy beach, located in a 5 km (3 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are shops. There are cafés. Strandpaviljoen De Kust is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. It is suitable for surfing.
Strandpaviljoen Noorderbad
Strandpaviljoen Noorderbad is a 5-stars sandy beach, located in a 5 km (3 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are shops. There are cafés. Strandpaviljoen Noorderbad is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. It is suitable for surfing.
Strand / Duinen Bij Bloemendaal Aan Zee
Strand / Duinen Bij Bloemendaal Aan Zee is a 2-stars sandy beach, located in a 6 km (4 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There is parking. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible.
Bronze Beach
Bronze Beach is a 2-stars sandy beach, located in a 6 km (4 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There is parking. There are cafés.
San Blas
San Blas is a 2-stars sandy beach, located in a 6 km (4 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There is parking. There are cafés.
Rapa Nui
Rapa Nui is a 4-stars pebble beach, located in a 6 km (4 miles) radius of IJmuiden. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are shops. There are cafés. Rapa Nui is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. It is suitable for surfing.
Bloemendaal Aan Zee Beach
Bloemendaal Aan Zee Beach is a 5-stars sandy beach, located in a 6 km (4 miles) radius of IJmuiden. It has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, ensuring high environmental and quality standards. There are lifeguards on the beach. For those who prefer clothing-optional beaches, Bloemendaal Aan Zee Beach is a designated nudist beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Bloemendaal Aan Zee Beach is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. It is suitable for surfing. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
IJmuiden Weather
FEBRUARY 24
43°F / 45°F
light rainhumidity: 94% | wind: 3 mph
FEBRUARY 25
43°F / 45°F
light rainhumidity: 83% | wind: 3 mph
FEBRUARY 26
43°F / 45°F
overcast clouds: 85-100%humidity: 78% | wind: 6 mph
FEBRUARY 27
43°F / 43°F
clear skyhumidity: 83% | wind: 4 mph



Sea Temperature in the North Sea in IJmuiden: General Trends and Swimming Opportunities
North Holland in the Netherlands experiences a temperate maritime climate, characterized by mild summers averaging around 20°C and cool winters with temperatures typically hovering around 2-6°C. Precipitation is distributed fairly evenly throughout the year, but is a tad heavier during the autumn.
IJmuiden is located in Europe in the Northern Hemisphere at a latitude of 52 degrees, along the shores of the North Sea. IJmuiden lies within the North Holland in Netherlands.
The average annual daytime air temperature in IJmuiden is 13°C (55°F), with the average nighttime temperature being 7°C (45°F). The highest average daily temperature occurs in July, reaching 22°C (71°F), while the lowest is in January at 6°C (43°F). As for nighttime temperatures, the minimum average temperature of 1°C (33°F) is recorded in February, and the maximum is in August, reaching 14°C (57°F).
According to historical data, IJmuiden experiences 143 rainy days per year, which accounts for 39 percent of all days in the year. On average, there are 12 rainy days each month. The wettest month is November, with 14 rainy days and 90 mm (3.5 inches) of precipitation, while the driest month is April, which typically has 9 rainy days and only 39 mm (1.6 inches) of precipitation.
The average annual water temperature in North Sea in IJmuiden is 12°C (54°F). In January, the water reaches its lowest point of the year at 4°C (39°F), while in August, it peaks at 22°C (72°F). In IJmuiden, the water temperature in the North Sea never consistently reaches a comfortable level for swimming in any month.
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Frequently Asked Questions About IJmuiden and its Water Temperatures
What is the current sea temperature in IJmuiden?
The water temperature today in the North Sea in IJmuiden is 39°F (4.1°C).
In which months is the water temperature in IJmuiden comfortable for swimming?
It cannot be guaranteed that the water temperature in IJmuiden will be comfortable for swimming in any month of the year.
What is the water temperature in IJmuiden during the winter?
The water temperature in the North Sea in IJmuiden during the winter ranges from 4°C to 11°C (39°F to 52°F).
What is the water temperature in IJmuiden during the spring?
The water temperature in the North Sea in IJmuiden during the spring ranges from 4°C to 15°C (39°F to 59°F).
What is the water temperature in IJmuiden during the summer?
The water temperature in the North Sea in IJmuiden during the summer ranges from 12°C to 22°C (54°F to 72°F).
What is the water temperature in IJmuiden during the fall?
The water temperature in the North Sea in IJmuiden during the fall ranges from 9°C to 21°C (48°F to 70°F).
Is it possible to swim in the sea in IJmuiden at any time of the year?
The North Sea in IJmuiden is quite cool, and swimming is only possible in August, and September when the water temperature reaches 21°C (70°F).
Is IJmuiden a popular tourist destination for beach vacations?
IJmuiden a fairly popular beach destination, offering good conditions for swimming and relaxation, with a steady flow of tourists, especially during peak seasons.
What sea temperatures can I expect in IJmuiden in the next month?
In March, the water temperature in the North Sea in IJmuiden will range between 39°F (4°C) and 48°F (9°C)