Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near El Guabo, Panama

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about El Guabo...

El Guabo is a coastal city in Panama. The water temperature around El Guabo has moderate variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 24.3°C (75.7°F) in March up to 29.2°C (84.5°F) in the month of November, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (82°F) and the best time for water activities is late fall, since El Guabo 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 Guabo?

The current water temperature in the month of March near El Guabo is about:

Are there surf spots located close to El Guabo?

There are not many surf spots close to El Guabo. A spot, which is not too far away, is Serena, which is roughly 39.5km (24.6miles) away from El Guabo. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Serena and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near El Guabo are Malibu, which is 39.7km (24.6miles) away, and Tetas, located approximately 41.1km (25.5miles) from El Guabo.

Are there beaches near by?

There are not too many beaches in close proximity to El Guabo. The next good one is Taboga, which is just 41.2km (25.6miles) away from El Guabo. Another nice beach near El Guabo is Isla Grande, which is roughly 52.1km (32.4miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for El Guabo?

The average sea temperature around El Guabo is extremely warm, around 28°C (82°F), with only little variations throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to sea temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around El Guabo. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for UV protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around El Guabo can be particularly strong.

How is the diving and fishing close to El Guabo?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions stay very constant year round. The waters are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (75-84°F). The following fish like to swim in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to El Guabo: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about El Guabo...

Do you know what the the city Pontchateau in France, the island Fish Holm in United Kingdom, and the city Salmour in Italy have in common with El Guabo? Click on the links to find out...