Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Jiaotou, China
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Jiaotou...
Jiaotou is a coastal city in China.
The water temperature around Jiaotou varies dramatically during the year.
The temperature ranges from 18.7°C (65.6°F) in January up to 29.1°C (84.3°F) in the month of July, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 24°C (76°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Jiaotou 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 Jiaotou?
The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters near Jiaotou is about:
0°C (32°F)
Are there surf spots near by?
Not many surf spots are in close proximity to Jiaotou. The next good one is Houbihu, which is almost 492.4km (305.9miles) away from Jiaotou.
Click here to check out more information on Houbihu and its water temperature. If you don't mind the drive, you can also check out
Jia le Shui, which is roughly 498.4km (309.6miles) away from Jiaotou. Another fun surfspot is
Jia le Shui, located ca 498.4km (309.6miles) from Jiaotou.
Are there gorgeous beaches near by?
Not many beaches are close to Jiaotou. A good beach nearby is
Rocky Bay Beach, which is 66.1km (41.1miles) away from Jiaotou. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also visit
Yalong Bay, ca 377.6km (234.5miles) away from Jiaotou.
What wetsuit thickness do I need for Jiaotou?
The sea temperature around Jiaotou is extremely warm, reaching up to 29°C (84°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a wetsuit is normaly not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during winter, temperatures come down to approximately 19°C (66°F). In this season, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a 4/3 wetsuit.
How is the diving and fishing near Jiaotou?
Due to comparatively large sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 19 to 24°C (66-75°F) during winter. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during summer when sea temperatures range from 24 to 29°C (75-84°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.
Directions to Jiaotou: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
