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

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

Carnota is a coastal city in Spain. It is a rather small-sized town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 5171 people. The water temperature around Carnota has slight variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 12.5°C (54.6°F) in February up to 17.9°C (64.2°F) in the month of November, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 15°C (60°F) and the best time for water activities is late fall, since Carnota 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 Carnota?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters around Carnota is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in close proximity to Carnota. The nearest one is Larino -El faro, which is 3.9km (3.1miles) away from Carnota. Click here for more information on Larino -El faro and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Carnota are Louro Ancoradoiro, which is approximately 5km (3.1miles) away, and A Lanzada, located ca 27.6km (17.1miles) from Carnota.

Are there white sand beaches near by?

There are other beaches in close proximity to Carnota. The nearest one is Porto Do Son, which is only 8km (5miles) away from Carnota. Another beach near Carnota is Río San Pedro beach, which is approximately 18.6km (11.5miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Carnota?

The sea temperature around Carnota 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 recommended to be in the water for several hours, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Carnota. However, during late winter, sea temperatures drop down to 13°C (55°F). In this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some people might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near Carnota?

Due to significant sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. 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. However, the conditions usually change during October, November, and December when water temperatures go up to 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Carnota: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Carnota...

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