Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Kanaya, Japan

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

Kanaya is a coastal city in Japan. It is a quite little city in proximity to the ocean with a population of 20286 people. The water temperature around Kanaya varies dramatically during the year. The temperature ranges from 14.3°C (57.7°F) in March up to 26°C (78.7°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 20°C (68°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Kanaya 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 Kanaya?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters near Kanaya is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in close proximity to Kanaya. The closest one is Shizunami, which is only 8.6km (9.8miles) away from Kanaya. Click here for directions and for more information on Shizunami and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Kanaya are Omaezaki, which is ca 15.8km (9.8miles) away, and Secret Spot 5, located 33.3km (20.7miles) from Kanaya.

Are there beaches close by?

No, not many beaches are located in close proximity to Kanaya. A good beach nearby is Kujukuri Beach, which is more than 141.8km (88.1miles) away from Kanaya. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also visit Haeundae Beach, which is roughly 507.1km (315miles) away from Kanaya.

What wetsuit is needed for Kanaya?

The water temperature around Kanaya is very warm, reaching up to 26°C (79°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a rashguard or light top might be required for temperature-senstive people, but most will be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Kanaya. Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, temperatures drop down to roughly 14°C (58°F). In this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some people might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Kanaya?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 14 to 19°C (58-67°F) during February, March, and April. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. The conditions usually change during summer when temperatures reach 21 to 26°C (70-79°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Kanaya: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Kanaya...

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