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Totland Bay

Isle of Wight, South East
Excellent Water Quality
Data last verified: 27 Sep 2026

Totland Bay, a picturesque haven on the Isle of Wight, boasts a stunning coastline with golden sand and crystal-clear waters. The bay's excellent water quality, as certified by the Environment Agency, makes it an ideal spot for swimming and sunbathing. During the summer months, the water temperature typically ranges from 18-20°C, perfect for a refreshing dip.

18.4°C
Air Temp
27.4 mph
Wind Speed
High Tide
in 5h 0m
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Live Water Quality

95
Excellent
Safe for swimming
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Air Temp

18.4°C
Comfortable

Weather

Partly cloudy
18.4°C

Tide

High Tide
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Water Quality

Excellent
Safe for swimming

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Quick Overview

Sandy beach
Family friendly
Dog friendly
(winter)
Parking nearby
Toilets
Café

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Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Excellent
Avg. Air Temp
18.4°C
Swimming
Highly recommended

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Reference Information

Full Tide Times
Low 17:19 -1.1m
High 23:41 0.6m
Low 05:35 -1.2m
High 12:19 0.7m
Sediment Type
Sand

The shoreline consists primarily of sand. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.

Annual Rating
Excellent

Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.

Rainfall Impact
Low Risk

This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.

Monitoring Authority
Environment Agency

Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.

Water Body Type
Coastal Beach

Monitored as a coastal beach. Coastal beaches are subject to tidal flows and marine dilution, whereas inland lakes/rivers suffer from low water circulation, meaning bacteria can linger longer.

Sewerage Provider
Southern Water Services Limited

Southern Water Services Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.

Designated Year
1988

Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.

County / District
Isle of Wight

Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the Isle of Wight area.

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