Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Matapalo, Peru

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

Matapalo is a coastal city in Peru. The water temperature around Matapalo has average variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 23°C (73.4°F) in July up to 27.2°C (81°F) in the month of February, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 25°C (77°F) and the best time for water activities is late winter, since Matapalo 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 near Matapalo?

The current water temperature in the month of October near Matapalo is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not many surf spots in proximity to Matapalo. The closest decent spot is Punta Sal, which is roughly 57.6km (40.9miles) away from Matapalo. Click here for more information on Punta Sal and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Matapalo are 5 1 2km and 8 1 2km, which is 65.8km (40.9miles) away, and Mancora, located ca 66.1km (41.1miles) from Matapalo.

Are there beaches close to Matapalo?

There are not too many beaches close to Matapalo. The next good one is Contralmirante Villar, which is 40km (24.9miles) away from Matapalo. Another beautiful beach near Matapalo is Mancora, which is ca 65.3km (40.6miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit do I need for Matapalo?

The average sea temperature around Matapalo is very warm, around 25°C (77°F), with very little variations during the year. That is why a wetsuit is often times not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Matapalo, especially during the day and not windy conditions. That being said, it can get a little bit chilly early mornings and during windy days. You might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit, jumpsuit or at least a rashguard to be prepared. The coldest months are June, July, and August. You should be fine without a wetsuit in the summer, particularly during January, February, and March. However, keep in mind to bring UV protection, as the sun radiation around Matapalo is very intense year round.

How is the diving and fishing close to Matapalo?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions are very similar year round. The waters around Matapalo are mostly very warm, reaching temperatures between 22 and 27°C (72-81°F). The following fish like to swim in waters of this temperature range: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Matapalo: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Matapalo...

Do you know what the the city Acala del Rio in Spain, the city Bretignolles-sur-Mer in France, and the city Mechanicsville in United States have in common with Matapalo? Click on the links to find out...