Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Altair Seamount

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Altair Seamount...

Altair Seamount is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Altair Seamount has slight variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 13°C (55.4°F) in February up to 19.9°C (67.9°F) in the month of July, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 16°C (62°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Altair Seamount 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 Altair Seamount?

The current water temperature in the month of September in the waters around Altair Seamount is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not many surf spots are close to Altair Seamount. A spot that might be worth checking out is Caldeira, which is almost 528.5km (328.2miles) away from Altair Seamount. Click here to check out more information on Caldeira and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Baixa da Vila Nova, which is approximately 549.4km (341.2miles) away from Altair Seamount. Another surfspot is Baixa da Vila Nova, located approximately 549.4km (341.2miles) from Altair Seamount.

Are there white sand beaches in proximity to Altair Seamount?

Not many beaches are located near to Altair Seamount. The closest decent beach is Swimming Area of Fajã Grande, which is almost 388.6km (241.4miles) away from Altair Seamount. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Tidal pools of Santa Cruz das Flores, approximately 391km (242.9miles) away from Altair Seamount.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Altair Seamount?

The sea temperature at Altair Seamount is relatively cold, reaching up to 20°C (68°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for several hours, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Altair Seamount. However, during late winter, water temperatures drop down to roughly 13°C (55°F). During these months, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near Altair Seamount?

Due to significant sea temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 13 to 18°C (55-64°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during June, July, and August when water temperatures go up to 15 to 20°C (59-68°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Altair Seamount: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Altair Seamount...

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