Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Saint-Andre, Reunion

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Saint-Andre...

Saint-Andre is a coastal city in Reunion. It is a relatively small coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 48674 people. The water temperature around Saint-Andre varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 23°C (73.4°F) in September up to 29.6°C (85.4°F) in the month of February, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 26°C (79°F) and the best time for water activities is late winter, since Saint-Andre 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 Saint-Andre?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters close to Saint-Andre is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not too many surf spots in close proximity to Saint-Andre. The closest decent spot is Butor, which is about 7km (16.9miles) away from Saint-Andre. Click here to check out more information on Butor and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Saint-Andre are La Tortue, which is ca 27.2km (16.9miles) away, and Kelonia la ferme corail, located roughly 27.4km (17miles) from Saint-Andre.

Are there beaches in close proximity to Saint-Andre?

No, not many beaches are located in close proximity to Saint-Andre. The closest decent one is La Preneuse, which is more than 119.3km (74.1miles) away from Saint-Andre. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Flic en Flac, which is roughly 120.8km (75.1miles) away from Saint-Andre.

What wetsuit is recommended for Saint-Andre?

The water temperature around Saint-Andre is extremely warm, reaching up to 30°C (85°F) in the months of January, February, and March. During this time, in the late summer, a wetsuit is usually not required for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Saint-Andre. Nevertheless, during August, September, and October, temperatures drop down to nearly 23°C (73°F). During this time, a light wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be fine without a rashguard or 1mm top . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Saint-Andre?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 23 to 28°C (73-82°F) during August, September, and October. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin love this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during January, February, and March when temperatures go up to 25 to 30°C (76-85°F). Fish which can often times be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Saint-Andre: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Saint-Andre...

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