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Viking Bay beach in Thanet, England - Real-time ocean conditions and beach information on Salty

Viking Bay

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Is Viking Bay kid-friendly?

Yes! Viking Bay is great for families with designated swimming area.

Is Viking Bay good for surfing?

Waves are large at 6.4ft - for experienced surfers only.

What is the best time of year to visit Viking Bay?

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

How are the crowds at Viking Bay?

Viking Bay 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 Viking Bay?

Swimming conditions are challenging today. Current conditions: cold water (49°F, wetsuit required), large waves (6.4ft), experienced swimmers only.

Real-Time Beach Data

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

🏖 LAND

Facilities & Restrooms

Restrooms: Yes
Accessible restrooms: Yes
Baby changing: Yes

Parking & Access

Parking: Yes
Accessible parking: Yes
Free parking: Yes
Paid parking: Yes
Bike racks: Yes

Safety & Services

Defibrillator: Yes

Recreation & Sports

Swimming area: Yes
Boat launch: Yes

Food & Beverage

Restaurant: Yes
Cafe: Yes
Snack bar: Yes
Ice cream: Yes

Services

Beach shop: Yes
WiFi: Yes

Policies & Access

Smoking: Allowed
Wheelchair: Accessible
Accessibility: Yes

Infrastructure

Benches: Yes
Shelters: Yes

💨 AIR

Air temp: 41°F
Wind: 29 mph
Air pressure: 1029 hPa
Feels like: 25°F
Wind direction: E
PM 2.5: 3 µg/m³
Humidity: 63%
AQI: 35
PM 10: 13 µg/m³
Rainfall: 0 mm
Visibility: 40 mi
Dew point: 30°F
Conditions: Partly cloudy

💧 SEA

Water temp: 49°F
Wave height: 6.4 ft
Swell direction: NE
Wave period: 7 sec
Current velocity: 0.7 mph
Swell wave direction: N

☀️ SUN

UV index: 1.1
Sunrise: 7:58 AM
Cloud cover: 15%
Sunset: 3:50 PM
Total daylight hours: 7.9 hrs

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