Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Puerto Bolivar, Ecuador

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Puerto Bolivar...

Puerto Bolivar is a coastal city in Ecuador. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the water with a population of 8300 people. The water temperature around Puerto Bolivar has low variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 23.3°C (73.9°F) in July up to 26.9°C (80.3°F) in the month of February, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 25°C (76°F) and the best time for water activities is late winter, since Puerto Bolivar is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Puerto Bolivar?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Puerto Bolivar is approximately:

Are there surf spots near Puerto Bolivar?

There are not too many surf spots close to Puerto Bolivar. A spot, which is not too far away, is 5 1 2km and 8 1 2km, which is about 40.8km (32miles) away from Puerto Bolivar. Click here for directions and to check out more information on 5 1 2km and 8 1 2km and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Puerto Bolivar are Olas Verdes, which is 51.4km (32miles) away, and Playas, located 51.5km (32miles) from Puerto Bolivar.

Are there nice beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Puerto Bolivar. One beach, which is not too far away, is Playas, which is just 52.1km (32.4miles) away from Puerto Bolivar. Another good beach near Puerto Bolivar is Contralmirante Villar, 68km (42.3miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is recommended for Puerto Bolivar?

The average water temperature around Puerto Bolivar is very warm, around 25°C (76°F), with no significant changes throughout the year. Hence, a wetsuit is most of the time not required for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Puerto Bolivar, especially during the day and not windy conditions. That being said, it can get a little bit chilly in the mornings and in the evenings and during windy days. You might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit, jumpsuit or at least a rashguard to be prepared. The coldest months are June, July, and August. You should be fine without a wetsuit in the summer, particularly during January, February, and March. However, keep in mind to carry UVA/UVB protection, as the sun radiation around Puerto Bolivar is remarkably intense year round.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Puerto Bolivar?

Diving and fishing conditions change very little during the year. The waters are nearly almost very warm, reaching temperatures between 22 and 27°C (71-80°F). The following fish love this water temperature and can often be found: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Puerto Bolivar: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Puerto Bolivar...

Do you know what the the city Edmonston in the United States, the city Old Saybrook in the United States, and the city Belle-Isle-en-Terre in the France have in common with Puerto Bolivar? Click on the links to find out...