Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Manzanillo, Cuba

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

Manzanillo is a coastal city in Cuba. It is a comparatively average coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 128188 people. The water temperature around Manzanillo has average variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 24.1°C (75.4°F) in February up to 30.6°C (87°F) in the month of June, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (82°F) and the best time for water activities is early summer, since Manzanillo 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 Manzanillo?

The current water temperature in the month of May in the waters close to Manzanillo is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are close to Manzanillo. The closest decent spot is Long bay, which is almost 163.8km (101.7miles) away from Manzanillo. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Long bay and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try Surfers beach, which is roughly 350.2km (217.5miles) away from Manzanillo. Another good surfspot is Surfers beach, located roughly 350.2km (217.5miles) from Manzanillo.

Are there beautiful beaches located close to Manzanillo?

No, not many beaches are located in proximity to Manzanillo. A beach, which is not too far away, is Port-Salut, which is more than 260.9km (162.1miles) away from Manzanillo. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try La Trompeuse, which is roughly 281.7km (175miles) away from Manzanillo.

What wetsuit do I need for Manzanillo?

The water temperature around Manzanillo is extremely warm, reaching up to 31°C (87°F) in the months of May, June, and Jul. During this time, in the early summer, a wetsuit is usually not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Manzanillo. However, during late winter, temperatures cool down to roughly 24°C (75°F). During this season, a light top or a jumpsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine without a wetsuit . 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 Manzanillo?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 24 to 29°C (75-84°F) during winter. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during summer when temperatures go up to 26 to 31°C (78-87°F). Fish that can often times be found in waters with these temperatures include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Manzanillo: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Manzanillo...

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