Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Pizzo, Italy

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

Pizzo is a coastal city in Italy. It is a fairly dense town close to the water with a population of 7918 people. The water temperature around Pizzo varies extremely throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 14.6°C (58.2°F) in January up to 26.6°C (79.8°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 20°C (68°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Pizzo 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 Pizzo?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Pizzo is ca:

Are there surf spots located close to Pizzo?

Not many surf spots are located in close proximity to Pizzo. A spot that might be worth checking out is Playa Sicily, which is almost 107.3km (66.6miles) away from Pizzo. Click here to check out more information on Playa Sicily and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Magaggiari Sicily, which is approximately 173.5km (107.7miles) away from Pizzo. Another fun surfspot is Magaggiari Sicily, located roughly 173.5km (107.7miles) from Pizzo.

Are there sandy beaches near by?

There are some other beaches in close proximity to Pizzo. The closest one is Pizzo, which is only 1.8km (1.1miles) away from Pizzo. Another fun beach near Pizzo is Vibo Valentia, which is 7.1km (4.4miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is recommended for Pizzo?

The sea temperature around Pizzo is very warm, reaching up to 27°C (80°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a rashguard or 1mm top might be required for temperature-senstive people, but most people will be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Pizzo. Nevertheless, during December, January, and February, water temperatures cool down to roughly 15°C (58°F). During these months, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some people might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing close to Pizzo?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (58-67°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions typically change during July, August, and September when temperatures go up to 22 to 27°C (71-80°F). Fish which like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Pizzo: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Pizzo...

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