Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near El Rubio, Spain

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

El Rubio is a coastal city in Spain. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the water with a population of 3557 people. The water temperature around El Rubio varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 14.2°C (57.6°F) in February up to 21.3°C (70.4°F) in the month of July, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (63°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since El Rubio 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 Rubio?

The current water temperature in the month of March near El Rubio is approximately:

Are there surf spots close to El Rubio?

There are not too many surf spots close to El Rubio. A good spot nearby is El chanquete, which is just 56.7km (36.4miles) away from El Rubio. Click here to check out more information on El chanquete and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near El Rubio are Puerto marina, which is ca 58.7km (36.4miles) away, and Fuengirola, located ca 60.4km (37.5miles) from El Rubio.

Are there beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches close to El Rubio. A good beach nearby is Aguilar, which is 21.2km (13.2miles) away from El Rubio. Another fun beach near El Rubio is El Silencio, which is approximately 55.4km (34.4miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for El Rubio?

The water temperature around El Rubio is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (70°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during late winter, temperatures come down to approximately 14°C (58°F). In this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some people might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to El Rubio?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 14 to 19°C (58-67°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during June, July, and August when sea temperatures range from 16 to 21°C (61-70°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to El Rubio: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about El Rubio...

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