Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Gwadar, Pakistan

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

Gwadar is a coastal city in Pakistan. It is a relatively average coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 51901 people. The water temperature around Gwadar changes slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 23.2°C (73.7°F) in January up to 29.8°C (85.6°F) in the month of May, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 27°C (81°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Gwadar 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 Gwadar?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters close to Gwadar is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are close to Gwadar. A spot that might be worth checking out is Point nth of Al Ashkarah, which is almost 278.4km (172.9miles) away from Gwadar. Click here to check out more information on Point nth of Al Ashkarah and its current water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Masirah Island, which is ca 407.5km (253.1miles) away from Gwadar. Another fun surfspot is Masirah Island, located 407.5km (253.1miles) from Gwadar.

Are there beaches in close proximity to Gwadar?

Yes, there are more beautiful beaches in close proximity to Gwadar. The nearest one is Gwadar Beach, which is 5.2km (3.2miles) away from Gwadar. Another fun beach near Gwadar is Surbandar Beachside, which is ca 9.8km (6.1miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Gwadar?

The water temperature around Gwadar is extremely warm, reaching up to 30°C (86°F) in the months of April, May, and June. During this time, in the late spring, a wetsuit is usually not required for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during December, January, and February, water temperatures come down to nearly 23°C (74°F). In this season, a 1mm wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine without a rashguard or thin top . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Gwadar?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 23 to 28°C (74-83°F) during December, January, and February. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions usually change during April, May, and June when sea temperatures reach 25 to 30°C (77-86°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Gwadar: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Gwadar...

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