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

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

Copa is a coastal city in Peru. The water temperature around Copa has slight variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 15.5°C (59.9°F) in May up to 21.3°C (70.3°F) in the month of March, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (63°F) and the best time for water activities is early spring, since Copa 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 Copa?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters around Copa is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not many surf spots in close proximity to Copa. A spot that might be worth checking out is Bermejo, which is 57.6km (37.4miles) away from Copa. Click here for more information on Bermejo and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Copa are Centinela, which is approximately 60.2km (37.4miles) away, and Pasamayo, located ca 88.9km (55.2miles) from Copa.

Are there sandy beaches near by?

Not many beaches are near to Copa. The closest decent beach is Ancón, which is almost 93.1km (57.8miles) away from Copa. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out La Punta, ca 116.4km (72.3miles) away from Copa.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Copa?

The sea temperature around Copa is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (70°F) in the months of February, March, and April. During this time, in the early fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Copa. However, during late spring, temperatures drop down to nearly 15°C (60°F). During these months, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very chilly 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 Copa?

Due to significant sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (60-69°F) during April, May, and June. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during February, March, and April when water temperatures range from 16 to 21°C (61-70°F). Fish which can often be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Copa: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Copa...

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