Where is Saltdean beach?

Saltdean beach is a beach in South East England.

What is the water temperature at Saltdean beach?

As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Saltdean beach in South East England is 66°F (19°C), measured by NOAA buoy 62305, 27.7 miles away.

Updated July 3, 2026

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Saltdean beach

Beach

Cool water — ease in carefully

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Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

Water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

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Editor's Notes

Saltdean is a coastal village largely within the city of Brighton and Hove, with part (East Saltdean) located in Lewes district. Saltdean is approximately 5 miles (8 km) east of central Brighton, 5 miles (8 km) west of Newhaven, and 6 miles (9.7 km) south of Lewes. It is bordered by farmland and the South Downs National Park.

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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

Water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy 62305, as of Aug 21, 11:00 PM UTC

Water temp

66°F

19°C

No official beach-advisory feed for South East England yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy 62305 (27.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 11:00 PM UTC.

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Weather at Saltdean beach

H: 66° L: 56°

Patchy rain nearby

60°

Feels like 52°

Precipitation

Humidity

73%

Wind

14 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected

12 AM

60°

3 AM

57°

6 AM

56°

9 AM

59°

12 PM

65°

3 PM

64°

6 PM

64°

9 PM

63°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Saltdean beach?: Saltdean beach is a beach in South East England.
What is the water temperature at Saltdean beach?: As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Saltdean beach in South East England is 66°F (19°C), measured by NOAA buoy 62305, 27.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Saltdean beach?: Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 21, 2026.

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