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

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

Camacha is a coastal city in Portugal. It is a comparatively small coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 8635 people. The water temperature around Camacha varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 17°C (62.6°F) in April up to 22.5°C (72.5°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 20°C (67°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Camacha 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 Camacha?

The current water temperature in the month of May in the waters close to Camacha is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not too many surf spots in close proximity to Camacha. A spot, which is not too far away, is Porto da cruz, which is 35.4km (25.9miles) away from Camacha. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Porto da cruz and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Camacha are Ponta Delgada, which is ca 41.6km (25.9miles) away, and Jardim do mar, located approximately 56.1km (34.8miles) from Camacha.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, there are not many beaches in close proximity to Camacha. A beach that might be worth checking out is Porto Santo Beach, which is only 3.5km (2.1miles) away from Camacha. Another good beach near Camacha is Madeira, which is approximately 42.3km (26.3miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Camacha?

The water temperature around Camacha is warm, reaching up to 23°C (73°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 1mm top or a jumpsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during March, April, and May, temperatures drop down to 17°C (63°F). In this season, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Camacha?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 17 to 22°C (63-72°F) during March, April, and May. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during August, September, and October when temperatures reach 18 to 23°C (64-73°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Camacha: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Camacha...

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