Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near El Khroub, Algeria

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

El Khroub is a coastal city in Algeria. It is a rather medium-sized town close to the ocean with a population of 83746 people. The water temperature around El Khroub changes dramatically during the year. The temperature ranges from 14.3°C (57.8°F) in February up to 24.9°C (76.8°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 19°C (66°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since El Khroub 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 Khroub?

The current water temperature in the month of April in the waters around El Khroub is ca:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are in proximity to El Khroub. A spot, which is not too far away, is Cala Cipolla, which is almost 214.9km (133.5miles) away from El Khroub. Click here for more information on Cala Cipolla and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the drive, you can also try Maresciallo, which is 216.1km (134.2miles) away from El Khroub. Another surfspot is Maresciallo, located ca 216.1km (134.2miles) from El Khroub.

Are there sandy beaches close by?

Not many beaches are located in close proximity to El Khroub. The next good one is Tamanert Beach, which is 55.2km (34.3miles) away from El Khroub. If you don't mind the drive, you can also visit Blerouna Beach, ca 139.4km (86.6miles) away from El Khroub.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for El Khroub?

The sea temperature around El Khroub is warm, reaching up to 25°C (77°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a light top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be ok without a rashguard or light top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around El Khroub. However, during late winter, water temperatures come down to approximately 14°C (58°F). During this season, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near El Khroub?

Due to significant water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 14 to 19°C (58-67°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during summer when water temperatures range from 20 to 25°C (68-77°F). Fish which can often times be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to El Khroub: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about El Khroub...

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