Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Gokcekent, Turkey

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Gokcekent...

Gokcekent is a coastal city in Turkey. The water temperature around Gokcekent varies extremely year round. The temperature ranges from 8.2°C (46.7°F) in March up to 24.2°C (75.5°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 16°C (60°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Gokcekent 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 Gokcekent?

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

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are located in close proximity to Gokcekent. The closest decent spot is Stone Tombs, which is almost 343.6km (213.4miles) away from Gokcekent. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Stone Tombs and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Anamur, which is approximately 410km (254.7miles) away from Gokcekent. Another surfspot is Anamur, located approximately 410km (254.7miles) from Gokcekent.

Are there sandy beaches near by?

Not too many beaches are in proximity to Gokcekent. A beach that might be worth checking out is Chaqvi, which is 211.1km (131.1miles) away from Gokcekent. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Kobuleti beach, approximately 216.3km (134.4miles) away from Gokcekent.

What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Gokcekent?

The sea temperature around Gokcekent is warm, reaching up to 24°C (76°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 1mm wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required for temperature-senstive people, but some might even be ok without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Gokcekent. However, during February, March, and April, temperatures reach lows of nearly 8°C (47°F). In this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Gokcekent?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 8 to 13°C (47-56°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during July, August, and September when water temperatures go up to 19 to 24°C (67-76°F). Fish which can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Gokcekent: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Gokcekent...

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