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Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Puerto Cortez, Honduras

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

Puerto Cortez is a coastal city in Honduras. It is a quite little city close to the ocean with a population of 48013 people. The water temperature around Puerto Cortez is nearly steady during the year. The temperature ranges from 26.1°C (79°F) in February up to 29.7°C (85.4°F) in the month of June, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (82°F) and the best time for water activities is early summer, since Puerto Cortez 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 Puerto Cortez?

The current water temperature in the month of February near Puerto Cortez is about:
26°C (79°F)

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are located in close proximity to Puerto Cortez. The closest decent spot is Punta Mango, which is almost 185.1km (115miles) away from Puerto Cortez. Click here for directions and for more information on Punta Mango and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try La Bocana, which is approximately 188.5km (117.1miles) away from Puerto Cortez. Another good surfspot is La Bocana, located ca 188.5km (117.1miles) from Puerto Cortez.

Are there beautiful beaches near by?

No, there are not too many beaches in close proximity to Puerto Cortez. The closest decent beach is Laughing Bird Caye, which is only 46.2km (28.7miles) away from Puerto Cortez. Another nice beach near Puerto Cortez is Maya Beach, 61.6km (38.2miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Puerto Cortez?

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

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

Diving and fishing conditions stay very constant year round. The waters are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (76-85°F). The following fish like to hang out in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Puerto Cortez: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Puerto Cortez...

Do you know what the the city Bagulin in the Philippines, the geo Navarro Canyon , and the city Ikongo in the Madagascar have in common with Puerto Cortez? Click on the links to find out...