Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Areosa, Portugal

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Areosa...

Areosa is a coastal city in Portugal. It is a quite little city close to the ocean with a population of 4626 people. The water temperature around Areosa changes slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 12.1°C (53.8°F) in January up to 18.4°C (65.1°F) in the month of July, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 15°C (59°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Areosa 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 Areosa?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters near Areosa is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in proximity to Areosa. The closest one is Amorosa, which is only 3.8km (2.5miles) away from Areosa. Click here for directions and for more information on Amorosa and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Areosa are Viana do castelo, which is approximately 4.1km (2.5miles) away, and Vila Praia de Ancora, located roughly 6.4km (4miles) from Areosa.

Are there beaches located close to Areosa?

Yes, there are several nice beaches in proximity to Areosa. The closest one is Viana do Castelo, which is 2.1km (1.3miles) away from Areosa. Another beach near Areosa is Viana do Castelo, which is approximately 2.1km (1.3miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for Areosa?

The water temperature around Areosa is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (65°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 might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Areosa. Nevertheless, during winter, water temperatures cool down to 12°C (54°F). During this time, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Areosa?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 12 to 17°C (54-63°F) during December, January, and February. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during summer when water temperatures go up to 13 to 18°C (56-65°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Areosa: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Areosa...

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