Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Chicla, Peru

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

Chicla is a coastal city in Peru. The water temperature around Chicla varies slightly during the year. The temperature ranges from 15.8°C (60.5°F) in August up to 21.4°C (70.5°F) in the month of March, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (65°F) and the best time for water activities is early spring, since Chicla 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 Chicla?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Chicla is ca:

Are there surf spots located close to Chicla?

There are not many surf spots close to Chicla. The closest decent spot is Caballeros, which is roughly 57.5km (35.8miles) away from Chicla. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Caballeros and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Chicla are La Isla, which is approximately 57.6km (35.8miles) away, and Playa Norte, located roughly 57.7km (35.8miles) from Chicla.

Are there sandy beaches near Chicla?

There are not too many beaches close to Chicla. The next good one is Punta Hermosa, which is just 57km (35.4miles) away from Chicla. Another fun beach near Chicla is Barranco, roughly 58.8km (36.5miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit do I need for Chicla?

The sea temperature around Chicla is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (71°F) in the months of February, March, and April. During this time, in the early fall, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during late summer, sea temperatures reach lows of nearly 16°C (60°F). In this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to feel comfortable, but some people 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 close to Chicla?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 16 to 21°C (60-69°F) during summer. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. However, the conditions change during spring when water temperatures go up to 16 to 21°C (62-71°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Chicla: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Chicla...

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