Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Beach Prainha de Água de Alto, Azores

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Beach Prainha de Água de Alto...

Beach Prainha de Água de Alto is a beach in Azores. The water temperature around Beach Prainha de Água de Alto varies slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 14.9°C (58.8°F) in February up to 23.1°C (73.6°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (65°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Beach Prainha de Água de Alto 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 at Beach Prainha de Água de Alto?

The current water temperature in the month of December at Beach Prainha de Água de Alto is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not too many surf spots in close proximity to Beach Prainha de Água de Alto. The closest decent spot is Caldeira, which is 29.8km (46.5miles) away from Beach Prainha de Água de Alto. Click here to check out more information on Caldeira and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Beach Prainha de Água de Alto are Baia das Quatro Ribeiras, which is ca 74.9km (46.5miles) away, and Baixa da Vila Nova, located roughly 77.9km (48.4miles) from Beach Prainha de Água de Alto.

Are there any other beautiful beaches in close proximity to Beach Prainha de Água de Alto?

Yes, there are more nice beaches in close proximity to Beach Prainha de Água de Alto. The nearest one is Beach Prainha de Água de Alto, which is just 0km (0miles) away from Beach Prainha de Água de Alto. Another beautiful beach near Beach Prainha de Água de Alto is Beach of São Mateus, which is roughly 3.7km (2.3miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Beach Prainha de Água de Alto?

The water temperature at Beach Prainha de Água de Alto is warm, reaching up to 23°C (74°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a thin top or a jumpsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Beach Prainha de Água de Alto. However, during January, February, and March, temperatures drop down to nearly 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 might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Beach Prainha de Água de Alto?

Due to comparatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (59-68°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. However, the conditions change during July, August, and September when water temperatures go up to 18 to 23°C (65-74°F). Fish which can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Beach Prainha de Água de Alto: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

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