Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near El Lago, United States

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

El Lago is a coastal city in the United States. It is a rather small-sized town close to the ocean with a population of 2706 people. The water temperature around El Lago has a large variability year round. The temperature ranges from 11.1°C (52.1°F) in January up to 30.6°C (87.1°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 22°C (71°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since El Lago 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 Lago?

The current water temperature in the month of September near El Lago is ca:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not many surf spots in proximity to El Lago. A spot, which is not too far away, is Refish Island, which is about 9.8km (15.1miles) away from El Lago. Click here to check out more information on Refish Island and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near El Lago are Galveston-Stewart Beach, which is ca 24.3km (15.1miles) away, and Galveston-Flagship, located approximately 24.5km (15.2miles) from El Lago.

Are there white sand beaches near by?

There are a few other gorgeous beaches in proximity to El Lago. The nearest one is Pearce Lake, which is just 3.8km (2.4miles) away from El Lago. Another beautiful beach near El Lago is Bayside Drive County Beach, which is ca 10.3km (6.4miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for El Lago?

The sea temperature around El Lago is extremely warm, reaching up to 31°C (87°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a wetsuit is normaly not required for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around El Lago. Nevertheless, during December, January, and February, temperatures come down to roughly 11°C (52°F). During this season, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing close to El Lago?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 11 to 16°C (52-61°F) during December, January, and February. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during summer when temperatures range from 26 to 31°C (78-87°F). Fish which like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to El Lago: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about El Lago...

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