Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Ofunato, Japan

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

Ofunato is a coastal city in Japan. It is a comparatively little city close to the ocean with a population of 35418 people. The water temperature around Ofunato varies dramatically year round. The temperature ranges from 6.2°C (43.2°F) in March up to 21.2°C (70.1°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 14°C (57°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Ofunato 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 Ofunato?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Ofunato is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are located close to Ofunato. The closest decent spot is Sendai shinko, which is almost 67.5km (42miles) away from Ofunato. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Sendai shinko and its water temperature. If you don't mind the drive, you can also check out Veedol Beach, which is 118.7km (73.7miles) away from Ofunato. Another surfspot is Veedol Beach, located approximately 118.7km (73.7miles) from Ofunato.

Are there beautiful beaches close to Ofunato?

No, not too many beaches are located in proximity to Ofunato. A beach, which is not too far away, is Kujukuri Beach, which is 252km (156.5miles) away from Ofunato. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also visit Lazurnaya Bay, approximately 561.3km (348.6miles) away from Ofunato.

What wetsuit do I need for Ofunato?

The water temperature around Ofunato is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (70°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Ofunato. Nevertheless, during early spring, water temperatures drop down to approximately 6°C (43°F). In this season, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Ofunato?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 6 to 11°C (43-52°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during summer when water temperatures go up to 16 to 21°C (61-70°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Ofunato: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Ofunato...

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