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Herne Bay Beach
Beach
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temp 63°F (17°C)
Live data from offshore buoy 62304 (34.7 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:00 AM UTC.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — offshore buoy 62304, as of Oct 20, 7:00 AM UTC
No official beach-advisory feed for South East England yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Get an email when it’s warm enough
It’s 63°F at Herne Bay Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
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Editor's Notes
Herne Bay ( ) is a seaside town on the north coast of Kent in South East England. It is 6 miles (10 km) north of Canterbury and 4 miles (6 km) east of Whitstable. It neighbours the ancient villages of Herne and Reculver and is part of the City of Canterbury local government district, although it remains a separate town with countryside between it and Canterbury.
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Weather at Herne Bay Beach
52°F, Patchy rain nearby · H 57° / L 47° · 64% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 57° L: 47°
Patchy rain nearby
52°
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Feels like 45°
Precipitation
64%
Humidity
83%
Wind
16 mph
UV Index
0
Weather notes:
🏄Good for surfing/sailing🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
56°
3 AM
53°
6 AM
53°
9 AM
52°
12 PM
52°
3 PM
56°
6 PM
56°
9 PM
51°
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Herne Bay Beach?
- Herne Bay Beach is a beach in South East England.
- What is the water temperature at Herne Bay Beach?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Herne Bay Beach in South East England is 63°F (17°C), measured by offshore buoy 62304, 34.7 miles away.
- Can you swim at Herne Bay Beach?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
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Location & Contact
South East England
🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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