Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Barrafranca, Italy

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

Barrafranca is a coastal city in Italy. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 13397 people. The water temperature around Barrafranca varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 15.1°C (59.1°F) in March up to 24.8°C (76.6°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 19°C (66°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Barrafranca 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 Barrafranca?

The current water temperature in the month of October in the waters close to Barrafranca is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Barrafranca. The closest decent spot is Playa Sicily, which is roughly 48.8km (47.7miles) away from Barrafranca. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Playa Sicily and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Barrafranca are Isola Delle FemminePA-LA BAIA Sicily, which is ca 76.7km (47.7miles) away, and Magaggiari Sicily, located roughly 81.3km (50.5miles) from Barrafranca.

Are there beautiful beaches close by?

No, there are not many beaches close to Barrafranca. The next good one is Marina di Ragusa, which is only 45.4km (28.2miles) away from Barrafranca. Another good beach near Barrafranca is Marsalforn, roughly 90.3km (56.1miles) away.

What wetsuit do I need for Barrafranca?

The water temperature around Barrafranca is warm, reaching up to 25°C (77°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a light wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Barrafranca. Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, temperatures cool down to roughly 15°C (59°F). In this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be fine 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 scuba diving and fishing near Barrafranca?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (59-68°F) during spring. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. However, the conditions change during July, August, and September when water temperatures range from 20 to 25°C (68-77°F). Fish that like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Barrafranca: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Barrafranca...

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