Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Sanchez, Dominican Republic

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

Sanchez is a coastal city in the Dominican Republic. It is a relatively small coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 11365 people. The water temperature around Sanchez has low variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 25.3°C (77.6°F) in March up to 29.2°C (84.6°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 27°C (80°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Sanchez 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 Sanchez?

The current water temperature in the month of September in the waters close to Sanchez is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not too many surf spots in close proximity to Sanchez. A spot that might be worth checking out is El Coson, which is 4.8km (12.8miles) away from Sanchez. Click here for directions and to check out more information on El Coson and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Sanchez are El Broke, which is roughly 20.6km (12.8miles) away, and La Preciosa, located 40.2km (25miles) from Sanchez.

Are there beaches near by?

No, not many beaches are near to Sanchez. The closest decent one is Brava Beach, which is almost 139.9km (86.9miles) away from Sanchez. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Domes Beach, 164.9km (102.4miles) away from Sanchez.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Sanchez?

The average water temperature around Sanchez is extremely warm, around 27°C (80°F), with only little changes throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to temperatures in December and January. This is why a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Sanchez. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very chilly conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Sanchez can be very intense.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Sanchez?

Fishing and diving conditions are very constant during the year. The waters are nearly almost tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (76-85°F). The following fish can often times be found in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Sanchez: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Sanchez...

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