Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Castellina in Chianti, Italy

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Castellina in Chianti...

Castellina in Chianti is a coastal city in Italy. It is a comparatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 1365 people. The water temperature around Castellina in Chianti changes extremely during the year. The temperature ranges from 13.2°C (55.8°F) in January up to 24.3°C (75.7°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (65°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Castellina in Chianti 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 Castellina in Chianti?

The current water temperature in the month of April near Castellina in Chianti is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Castellina in Chianti. The closest decent spot is Lillatro Rosignano LI , which is 43.3km (30.2miles) away from Castellina in Chianti. Click here for more information on Lillatro Rosignano LI and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Castellina in Chianti are Il Sale Livorno , which is approximately 48.7km (30.2miles) away, and bagni Fiume Livorno , located ca 49.1km (30.5miles) from Castellina in Chianti.

Are there nice beaches close to Castellina in Chianti?

No, there are not too many beaches close to Castellina in Chianti. A beach that might be worth checking out is Bibbona, which is 37.4km (23.3miles) away from Castellina in Chianti. Another beach near Castellina in Chianti is Castagneto Carducci, ca 40.1km (24.9miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Castellina in Chianti?

The water temperature around Castellina in Chianti is warm, reaching up to 24°C (76°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a thin top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be fine without a rashguard or light top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during winter, water temperatures cool down to nearly 13°C (56°F). In this season, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Castellina in Chianti?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 13 to 18°C (56-65°F) during December, January, and February. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during summer when sea temperatures go up to 19 to 24°C (67-76°F). Fish that can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Castellina in Chianti: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

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