Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near El Ejido, Panama
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about El Ejido...
El Ejido is a coastal city in Panama.
It is a rather small-sized town close to the water with a population of 1120 people.
The water temperature around El Ejido varies slightly during the year.
The temperature ranges from 21.9°C (71.4°F) in March up to 29.1°C (84.3°F) in the month of November, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 27°C (80°F) and the best time for water activities is late fall, since El Ejido 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 El Ejido?
The current water temperature in the month of March near El Ejido is ca:
22°C (71°F)
Are there surf spots in close proximity to El Ejido?
There are not many surf spots close to El Ejido. The closest decent spot is Playa Venado, which is roughly 36.2km (27.7miles) away from El Ejido.
Click here to check out more information on Playa Venado and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near El Ejido are
Playa guanico, which is 44.6km (27.7miles) away, and
Cambutal, located approximately 46.6km (28.9miles) from El Ejido.
Are there sandy beaches near El Ejido?
Not too many beaches are located close to El Ejido. A good beach nearby is
Taboga, which is 82.6km (51.3miles) away from El Ejido. If you don't mind the drive, you can also visit
Isla Grande, which is ca 131.2km (81.5miles) away from El Ejido.
What kind of wetsuit do I need for El Ejido?
The sea temperature around El Ejido is extremely warm, reaching up to 29°C (84°F) in the months of October, November, and December. During this time, in the late fall, a wetsuit is usually not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around El Ejido. Nevertheless, during early spring, temperatures come down to approximately 22°C (71°F). In this season, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a 4/3 wetsuit.
How is the diving and fishing close to El Ejido?
Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions alter quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 22 to 27°C (71-80°F) during spring. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during fall when temperatures range from 24 to 29°C (75-84°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.
Directions to El Ejido: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
