Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Datca, Turkey

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

Datca is a coastal city in Turkey. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 10121 people. The water temperature around Datca varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 16.3°C (61.3°F) in March up to 25.5°C (77.8°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 21°C (69°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Datca 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 Datca?

The current water temperature in the month of October in the waters close to Datca is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are in proximity to Datca. The next good one is Acropolis, which is almost 49.7km (30.8miles) away from Datca. Click here for directions and for more information on Acropolis and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try surfing Naxos apollonas, which is roughly 121.1km (75.2miles) away from Datca. Another surfspot is Naxos apollonas, located ca 121.1km (75.2miles) from Datca.

Are there nice beaches close by?

No, there are not many beaches in proximity to Datca. The next good one is Bodrum, which is only 24.8km (15.4miles) away from Datca. Another fun beach near Datca is Rhodes, approximately 36.3km (22.5miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Datca?

The water temperature around Datca is very warm, reaching up to 25°C (78°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a rashguard or light wetsuit top might be required for temperature-senstive people, but most will be ok without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Datca. However, during early spring, sea temperatures come down to nearly 16°C (61°F). During these months, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Datca?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 16 to 21°C (61-70°F) during February, March, and April. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during summer when sea temperatures range from 20 to 25°C (69-78°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Datca: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Datca...

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