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Heather Beach beach in Port Howe, Nova Scotia - Real-time ocean conditions and beach information on Salty

Heather Beach

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Is Heather Beach kid-friendly?

Heather Beach may have limited amenities for young children. Check current conditions before your visit.

Is Heather Beach good for surfing?

Heather Beach is better suited for swimming than surfing. Waves are currently 1.6ft.

What is the best time of year to visit Heather Beach?

Summer months typically offer the warmest water and air temperatures. Shoulder seasons provide fewer crowds with pleasant conditions.

How are the crowds at Heather Beach?

Heather Beach tends to have fewer crowds due to limited amenities. Great for those seeking a quieter beach experience.

Is today a good day to swim at Heather Beach?

Swimming conditions are challenging today. Current conditions: cold water (29°F, wetsuit required), calm waves ideal for swimming.

Real-Time Beach Data

Salty delivers real-time intelligence across land amenities, air quality and weather, ocean conditions, and sun exposure.

🏖 LAND

Amenity information not yet available for this beach.

💨 AIR

Air temp: 22°F
Wind: 12 mph
Air pressure: 1018 hPa
Feels like: 10°F
Wind direction: N
PM 2.5: 1 µg/m³
Humidity: 65%
AQI: 38
PM 10: 2 µg/m³
Rainfall: 0 mm
Visibility: 16 mi
Dew point: 12°F
Conditions: Partly cloudy

💧 SEA

Water temp: 29°F
Wave height: 1.6 ft
Swell direction: NE
Wave period: 3 sec
Current velocity: 0.7 mph
Swell wave direction: NE

☀️ SUN

UV index: 0.95
Sunrise: 7:55 AM
Cloud cover: 70%
Sunset: 4:35 PM
Total daylight hours: 8.7 hrs

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