Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Benicarlo Canyon

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Benicarlo Canyon...

Benicarlo Canyon is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Benicarlo Canyon changes dramatically year round. The temperature ranges from 12.8°C (55°F) in February up to 25°C (77.1°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (64°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Benicarlo Canyon 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 Benicarlo Canyon?

The current water temperature in the month of April near Benicarlo Canyon is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Benicarlo Canyon. A good spot nearby is Comandancia, which is roughly 52.9km (33.8miles) away from Benicarlo Canyon. Click here for directions and for more information on Comandancia and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Benicarlo Canyon are Torre Bank, which is roughly 54.5km (33.8miles) away, and Segur de Calafell, located ca 59.3km (36.8miles) from Benicarlo Canyon.

Are there beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Benicarlo Canyon. The next good one is Nova Icària Beach, which is only 83.9km (52.1miles) away from Benicarlo Canyon. Another beautiful beach near Benicarlo Canyon is Bogatell Beach, roughly 84.3km (52.3miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Benicarlo Canyon?

The water temperature at Benicarlo Canyon is very warm, reaching up to 25°C (77°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a rashguard or light wetsuit top might be required for temperature-senstive people, but most people will be ok without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures drop down to approximately 13°C (55°F). During these months, a 3-4mm 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 2/3mm suit . For very cold 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 close to Benicarlo Canyon?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 13 to 18°C (55-64°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during summer when temperatures go up to 20 to 25°C (68-77°F). Fish that can often times be found in waters with these temperatures include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Benicarlo Canyon: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Benicarlo Canyon...

Do you know what the the city Saint-Jean-des-Champs in France, the island Nisida in Italy, and the city Tireli in Latvia have in common with Benicarlo Canyon? Click on the links to find out...