Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Santa Teresa, Venezuela

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Santa Teresa...

Santa Teresa is a coastal city in Venezuela. It is a quite mid-size city close to the ocean with a population of 278890 people. The water temperature around Santa Teresa has average variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 22.7°C (72.9°F) in June up to 28.2°C (82.8°F) in the month of December, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 26°C (79°F) and the best time for water activities is early winter, since Santa Teresa 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 Santa Teresa?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters near Santa Teresa is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are in close proximity to Santa Teresa. The closest decent spot is Sint Joris Baai, which is almost 200km (124.2miles) away from Santa Teresa. Click here for directions and for more information on Sint Joris Baai and its current water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try surfing Dooms, which is roughly 281.2km (174.7miles) away from Santa Teresa. Another surfspot is Dooms, located ca 281.2km (174.7miles) from Santa Teresa.

Are there beaches near by?

No, not many beaches are in proximity to Santa Teresa. The next good one is Caracas Red Beach, which is 18.9km (11.7miles) away from Santa Teresa. If you have some extra time, you can also visit Palm Beach, ca 279.2km (173.4miles) away from Santa Teresa.

What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Santa Teresa?

The water temperature around Santa Teresa is extremely warm, reaching up to 28°C (83°F) in the months of November, December, and January. During this time, in the early winter, a wetsuit is normaly not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Santa Teresa. Nevertheless, during May, June, and Jul, sea temperatures reach lows of 23°C (73°F). During these months, a thin top or a jumpsuit might be required for most people, but some people might even be ok without a rashguard or light wetsuit top . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to bring a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Santa Teresa?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes during the year, 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 May, June, and Jul. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions change during winter when water temperatures range from 23 to 28°C (74-83°F). Fish that like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Santa Teresa: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Santa Teresa...

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