Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Sant Joan de les Abadesses...

Sant Joan de les Abadesses is a coastal city in Spain. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the water with a population of 3593 people. The water temperature around Sant Joan de les Abadesses changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 11.2°C (52.2°F) in February up to 21°C (69.9°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 16°C (61°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Sant Joan de les Abadesses 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 Sant Joan de les Abadesses?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Sant Joan de les Abadesses is approximately:

Are there surf spots near Sant Joan de les Abadesses?

There are not too many surf spots close to Sant Joan de les Abadesses. A good spot nearby is Collioure bay, which is about 45.6km (31.1miles) away from Sant Joan de les Abadesses. Click here for directions and for more information on Collioure bay and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Sant Joan de les Abadesses are Canet plage, which is approximately 50.1km (31.1miles) away, and Masnou, located roughly 52.5km (32.6miles) from Sant Joan de les Abadesses.

Are there beautiful beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Sant Joan de les Abadesses. A good beach nearby is Argelès-sur-Mer, which is just 43.3km (26.9miles) away from Sant Joan de les Abadesses. Another gorgeous beach near Sant Joan de les Abadesses is Saint-Cyprien, which is roughly 45.2km (28.1miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Sant Joan de les Abadesses?

The water temperature around Sant Joan de les Abadesses is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (70°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Sant Joan de les Abadesses. However, during late winter, sea temperatures cool down to nearly 11°C (52°F). During these months, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Sant Joan de les Abadesses?

Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 11 to 16°C (52-61°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during July, August, and September when water temperatures reach 16 to 21°C (61-70°F). Fish which can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Sant Joan de les Abadesses: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Sant Joan de les Abadesses...

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