Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Carmen de Patagones, Argentina

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Carmen de Patagones...

Carmen de Patagones is a coastal city in Argentina. The water temperature around Carmen de Patagones changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 9.4°C (49°F) in September up to 18.8°C (65.9°F) in the month of February, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 14°C (57°F) and the best time for water activities is late winter, since Carmen de Patagones is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Carmen de Patagones?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters close to Carmen de Patagones is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are close to Carmen de Patagones. A spot, which is not too far away, is Monte Hermoso, which is more than 154.2km (95.8miles) away from Carmen de Patagones. Click here to check out more information on Monte Hermoso and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try surfing Escollera Necochea, which is roughly 277.2km (172.2miles) away from Carmen de Patagones. Another fun surfspot is Escollera Necochea, located 277.2km (172.2miles) from Carmen de Patagones.

Are there beaches in close proximity to Carmen de Patagones?

No, not many beaches are located in close proximity to Carmen de Patagones. A beach that might be worth checking out is Las Grutas, which is 110.2km (68.4miles) away from Carmen de Patagones. If you have some extra time, you can also try Puerto Piramides, 139km (86.4miles) away from Carmen de Patagones.

What wetsuit is needed for Carmen de Patagones?

The water temperature around Carmen de Patagones is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (66°F) in the months of January, February, and March. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during early fall, temperatures drop down to roughly 9°C (49°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some people might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Carmen de Patagones?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 9 to 14°C (49-58°F) during fall. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions change during winter when sea temperatures reach 14 to 19°C (57-66°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Carmen de Patagones: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Carmen de Patagones...

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