Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Al Hoceima, Morocco

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Al Hoceima...

Al Hoceima is a coastal city in Morocco. It is a fairly medium-sized town close to the water with a population of 395644 people. The water temperature around Al Hoceima changes extremely year round. The temperature ranges from 14.5°C (58°F) in February up to 24.6°C (76.2°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (65°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Al Hoceima is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Al Hoceima?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Al Hoceima is ca:

Are there surf spots located close to Al Hoceima?

There are not many surf spots close to Al Hoceima. A good spot nearby is Cabopino, which is about 96.1km (59.8miles) away from Al Hoceima. Click here for more information on Cabopino and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Al Hoceima are Fuengirola, which is approximately 96.3km (59.8miles) away, and Puerto marina, located ca 98.4km (61.1miles) from Al Hoceima.

Are there sandy beaches close by?

There are not too many beaches close to Al Hoceima. One beach, which is not too far away, is Saïdia, which is 96.7km (60.1miles) away from Al Hoceima. Another beautiful beach near Al Hoceima is Sandy Bay, approximately 99.2km (61.6miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Al Hoceima?

The sea temperature around Al Hoceima is warm, reaching up to 25°C (76°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a light top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for extended hours, but some people might even be fine without a rashguard or light wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Al Hoceima. However, during January, February, and March, temperatures come down to roughly 14°C (58°F). In this season, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing close to Al Hoceima?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions alter a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 14 to 19°C (58-67°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during summer when temperatures range from 20 to 25°C (67-76°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Al Hoceima: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Al Hoceima...

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