Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Eixo, Portugal

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

Eixo is a coastal city in Portugal. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 5978 people. The water temperature around Eixo changes moderately year round. The temperature ranges from 12.9°C (55.3°F) in January up to 18.4°C (65°F) in the month of July, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 15°C (59°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Eixo 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 Eixo?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters close to Eixo is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in proximity to Eixo. The closest one is Praia da Barra, which is only 10.2km (7.2miles) away from Eixo. Click here for more information on Praia da Barra and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Eixo are Praia da Vagueira, which is roughly 11.7km (7.2miles) away, and Furadouro, located roughly 17.9km (11.1miles) from Eixo.

Are there beaches close by?

Yes, there are a few beautiful beaches close to Eixo. The nearest one is Aveiro, which is 9.2km (5.7miles) away from Eixo. Another good beach near Eixo is Praia das Quatro Águas, which is approximately 9.4km (5.9miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for Eixo?

The water temperature around Eixo is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (65°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required 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 . However, during December, January, and February, sea temperatures cool down to roughly 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 might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Eixo?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 13 to 18°C (55-64°F) during December, January, and February. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions change during June, July, and August when temperatures go up to 13 to 18°C (56-65°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Eixo: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Eixo...

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