Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Murieta, Spain
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Murieta...
Murieta is a coastal city in Spain.
It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 272 people.
The water temperature around Murieta changes moderately throughout the year.
The temperature ranges from 12.5°C (54.5°F) in January up to 22.2°C (72°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 16°C (61°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Murieta 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 Murieta?
The current water temperature in the month of December near Murieta is approximately:
0°C (32°F)
Are there surf spots close by?
There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Murieta. A good spot nearby is Zarautz, which is roughly 43.7km (27.3miles) away from Murieta.
Click here for directions and for more information on Zarautz and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Murieta are
Orio, which is ca 43.9km (27.3miles) away, and
Deba, located approximately 45.8km (28.5miles) from Murieta.
Are there beaches close by?
No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Murieta. The closest decent beach is
Salinas, which is just 43.3km (26.9miles) away from Murieta. Another beach near Murieta is
Magdalena, which is roughly 47.7km (29.6miles) away.
What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Murieta?
The water temperature around Murieta is warm, reaching up to 22°C (72°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a light wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required for temperature-senstive people, but some might even be fine without a rashguard or 1mm top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during winter, water temperatures reach lows of nearly 13°C (55°F). During these months, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots and a hoodie.
How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Murieta?
Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 13 to 18°C (55-64°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. The conditions normally change during summer when sea temperatures reach 17 to 22°C (63-72°F). Fish that can often times be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.
Directions to Murieta: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
