Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Mauritania Canyon

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Mauritania Canyon...

Mauritania Canyon is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Mauritania Canyon has a large variability year round. The temperature ranges from 15.3°C (59.5°F) in April up to 28.3°C (83°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 22°C (72°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Mauritania Canyon 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 Mauritania Canyon?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters near Mauritania Canyon is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are in close proximity to Mauritania Canyon. A good spot nearby is Saint Louis, which is almost 60.7km (37.7miles) away from Mauritania Canyon. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Saint Louis and its current water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Le Virage, which is 150.3km (93.4miles) away from Mauritania Canyon. Another surfspot is Le Virage, located 150.3km (93.4miles) from Mauritania Canyon.

Are there gorgeous beaches near by?

Not many beaches are in close proximity to Mauritania Canyon. The closest decent one is Bakau, which is more than 232km (144.1miles) away from Mauritania Canyon. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also visit Fajara, 232.6km (144.5miles) away from Mauritania Canyon.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Mauritania Canyon?

The sea temperature at Mauritania Canyon is extremely warm, reaching up to 28°C (83°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a wetsuit is normaly not required for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Mauritania Canyon. However, during March, April, and May, water temperatures reach lows of nearly 15°C (60°F). During these months, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some people might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near Mauritania Canyon?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (60-69°F) during March, April, and May. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. The conditions usually change during fall when water temperatures reach 23 to 28°C (74-83°F). Fish that can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Mauritania Canyon: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Mauritania Canyon...

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