Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Petionville, Haiti

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

Petionville is a coastal city in Haiti. It is a fairly mid-size city close to the ocean with a population of 283052 people. The water temperature around Petionville changes moderately during the year. The temperature ranges from 26.1°C (79°F) in February up to 30.3°C (86.5°F) in the month of October, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (82°F) and the best time for water activities is , since Petionville 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 Petionville?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Petionville is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are located in close proximity to Petionville. The closest decent spot is Sosua, which is 144.1km (89.5miles) away from Petionville. Click here to check out more information on Sosua and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try surfing El chinchorro, which is approximately 149.2km (92.7miles) away from Petionville. Another fun surfspot is El chinchorro, located roughly 149.2km (92.7miles) from Petionville.

Are there gorgeous beaches near by?

There are not too many beaches in close proximity to Petionville. The closest decent beach is Jacmel, which is 25.2km (15.7miles) away from Petionville. Another gorgeous beach near Petionville is Montrouis, which is roughly 40.8km (25.4miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Petionville?

The average sea temperature around Petionville is extremely warm, around 28°C (82°F), with only little variations during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to water temperatures in December and January. Hence, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Petionville. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for UVA/UVB protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Petionville can be very strong.

How is the diving and fishing close to Petionville?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions stay very constant throughout the year. The waters around Petionville are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish love this water temperature and can often be found: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Petionville: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Petionville...

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