Joss Bay, Broadstairs

21.8°C Water temp · Aug 2

United Kingdom Coastal 1 - Excellent 21.8°C

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Satellite view of Joss Bay, Broadstairs — Satellite © Esri

Joss Bay is a gently sloping sandy beach about 500 metres long. The beach, backed by chalk cliffs, is popular with surfers.

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Water

Coastal bathing water

Location

Thanet, Kent, Thanet District

Season

Designated bathing water since 1988. Official monitoring season runs from May to September.

Water Quality

Excellent (2025). Assessed under rBWD

Risks

The Broadstairs North Foreland storm overflow is offshore 3.5 km to the east. There is also a short sea overflow offshore 750 m to the east. These outfalls are designed to ensure the bathing water is protected.

Water Temperature

Water temperature 21.8°C Updated Aug 2

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