Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Guilvinec Canyon

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Guilvinec Canyon...

Guilvinec Canyon is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Guilvinec Canyon changes slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 10.9°C (51.6°F) in April up to 19.1°C (66.3°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 14°C (58°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Guilvinec Canyon 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 Guilvinec Canyon?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Guilvinec Canyon is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Guilvinec Canyon?

There are not many surf spots close to Guilvinec Canyon. A good spot nearby is Pors Carn, which is about 86.5km (54.1miles) away from Guilvinec Canyon. Click here for directions and for more information on Pors Carn and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Guilvinec Canyon are La Torche, which is approximately 87.1km (54.1miles) away, and Le goudoul, located 87.2km (54.2miles) from Guilvinec Canyon.

Are there sandy beaches close by?

Not too many beaches are located in close proximity to Guilvinec Canyon. A beach, which is not too far away, is Bañugues, which is more than 215.9km (134.1miles) away from Guilvinec Canyon. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Verdicio, which is roughly 216.8km (134.7miles) away from Guilvinec Canyon.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Guilvinec Canyon?

The sea temperature at Guilvinec Canyon is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (66°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Guilvinec Canyon. However, during March, April, and May, sea temperatures come down to nearly 11°C (52°F). In this season, a 5/4 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 good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing close to Guilvinec Canyon?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 11 to 16°C (52-61°F) during spring. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. The conditions usually change during July, August, and September when temperatures go up to 14 to 19°C (57-66°F). Fish that can often be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Guilvinec Canyon: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Guilvinec Canyon...

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