Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Petare, Venezuela

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

Petare is a coastal city in Venezuela. It is a quite mid-size city close to the ocean with a population of 364684 people. The water temperature around Petare has average variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 22.7°C (72.9°F) in June up to 28°C (82.3°F) in the month of November, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 26°C (78°F) and the best time for water activities is late fall, since Petare 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 Petare?

The current water temperature in the month of April near Petare is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are located close to Petare. The next good one is Sint Joris Baai, which is more than 182.1km (113.1miles) away from Petare. Click here to check out more information on Sint Joris Baai and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the drive, you can also check out Dooms, which is 264.1km (164.1miles) away from Petare. Another fun surfspot is Dooms, located 264.1km (164.1miles) from Petare.

Are there beaches close to Petare?

No, not too many beaches are located close to Petare. The next good one is Caracas Red Beach, which is almost 0.2km (0.1miles) away from Petare. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also visit Palm Beach, 262.2km (162.8miles) away from Petare.

What wetsuit do I need for Petare?

The water temperature around Petare is very warm, reaching up to 28°C (82°F) in the months of October, November, and December. During this time, in the late fall, a rashguard or thin wetsuit top might be required for temperature-senstive people, but most people will be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during May, June, and Jul, temperatures come down to 23°C (73°F). In this season, a light wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be ok without a rashguard or light top . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Petare?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 23 to 28°C (73-82°F) during May, June, and Jul. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions usually change during fall when sea temperatures reach 23 to 28°C (73-82°F). Fish that can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Petare: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Petare...

Do you know what the the city Buenaventura in Colombia, the city Piozzo in Italy, and the city Ulldemolins in Spain have in common with Petare? Click on the links to find out...