Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Cambados, Spain

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

Cambados is a coastal city in Spain. It is a quite dense city close to the ocean with a population of 13708 people. The water temperature around Cambados changes moderately throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 12.6°C (54.6°F) in February up to 17.9°C (64.2°F) in the month of November, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 15°C (60°F) and the best time for water activities is late fall, since Cambados 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 Cambados?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters near Cambados is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in proximity to Cambados. The nearest one is A Lanzada, which is only 5.3km (4.2miles) away from Cambados. Click here for directions and for more information on A Lanzada and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Cambados are Foxos, which is approximately 6.7km (4.2miles) away, and Montalvo Beach, located ca 8.1km (5miles) from Cambados.

Are there beaches near by?

There are several gorgeous beaches close to Cambados. The closest one is Río San Pedro beach, which is 8.9km (5.5miles) away from Cambados. Another good beach near Cambados is Barro, which is approximately 10.1km (6.3miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Cambados?

The sea temperature around Cambados is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (64°F) in the months of October, November, and December. During this time, in the late fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during late winter, sea temperatures reach lows of roughly 13°C (55°F). In this season, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, 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 have a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near Cambados?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 13 to 18°C (55-64°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during fall when water temperatures reach 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish that like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Cambados: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Cambados...

Do you know what the the city Sablig in the Philippines, the city Dybbol in the Denmark, and the city Kenmare in the Ireland have in common with Cambados? Click on the links to find out...