Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Pembroke, Malta

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

Pembroke is a coastal city in Malta. It is a quite dense city close to the water with a population of 3038 people. The water temperature around Pembroke has a large variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 14.9°C (58.9°F) in February up to 26.1°C (79°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 20°C (67°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Pembroke 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 Pembroke?

The current water temperature in the month of June near Pembroke is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Pembroke?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Pembroke. The nearest one is Mellieha bay, which is just 7.4km (4.7miles) away from Pembroke. Click here for more information on Mellieha bay and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Pembroke are Golden bay, which is approximately 7.5km (4.7miles) away, and Gozo-Ramla Bay, located approximately 14.1km (8.7miles) from Pembroke.

Are there beaches near by?

There are some other gorgeous beaches near to Pembroke. The nearest one is St Pauls Bay, which is 4.4km (2.7miles) away from Pembroke. Another nice beach near Pembroke is Mistra, which is ca 5.2km (3.2miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Pembroke?

The sea temperature around Pembroke is very warm, reaching up to 26°C (79°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a rashguard or 1mm wetsuit top might be required for sensitive people, but most will be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Pembroke. Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, temperatures reach lows of nearly 15°C (59°F). In this season, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing close to Pembroke?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (59-68°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions typically change during fall when water temperatures range from 21 to 26°C (70-79°F). Fish that like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Pembroke: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Pembroke...

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