Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Kitchen windows, South Africa

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Kitchen windows...

Kitchen windows is a surf spot in South Africa. The water temperature around Kitchen windows changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 12.3°C (54.1°F) in December up to 21.1°C (69.9°F) in the month of January, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (64°F) and the best time for water activities is winter, since Kitchen windows is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Kitchen windows?

The current water temperature in the month of February at Kitchen windows is approximately:

Are there any other surf spots close to Kitchen windows?

Yes, there are several surf spots close to Kitchen windows. The closest one is Supertubes J-Bay, which is 2.1km (1.3miles) away from Kitchen windows. Click here for directions and for more information on Supertubes J-Bay and its current water temperature. Another good surfspot near Kitchen windows is The Point, which is 2.3km (1.4miles) away.

Are there beaches near Kitchen windows?

Yes, there are some other nice beaches in close proximity to Kitchen windows. The closest one is Paradise Beach, which is 1.6km (1miles) away from Kitchen windows. Another good beach near Kitchen windows is Jeffreys Bay Beach, which is ca 1.8km (1.1miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Kitchen windows?

The water temperature at Kitchen windows is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (70°F) in the months of December, January, and February. During this time, in the summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Kitchen windows. Nevertheless, during early winter, temperatures cool down to approximately 12°C (54°F). During this time, a 3-4mm 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 good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Kitchen windows?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 12 to 17°C (54-63°F) during November, December, and January. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during winter when water temperatures reach 16 to 21°C (61-70°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Kitchen windows: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Kitchen windows...

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