Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Skotoussa, Greece

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

Skotoussa is a coastal city in Greece. It is a quite little city close to the water with a population of 1415 people. The water temperature around Skotoussa has extreme variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 10.3°C (50.6°F) in February up to 24.6°C (76.3°F) in the month of July, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (64°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Skotoussa 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 Skotoussa?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Skotoussa is about:

Are there surf spots near Skotoussa?

Not too many surf spots are located close to Skotoussa. The closest decent spot is Golden Beach, Thassos, which is almost 77.3km (48miles) away from Skotoussa. Click here for more information on Golden Beach, Thassos and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Amoudia Left, which is 203km (126.1miles) away from Skotoussa. Another good surfspot is Amoudia Left, located ca 203km (126.1miles) from Skotoussa.

Are there beaches close to Skotoussa?

No, not too many beaches are located in proximity to Skotoussa. A good beach nearby is Kavaja, which is more than 198.7km (123.4miles) away from Skotoussa. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also visit Saranda, which is ca 198.7km (123.4miles) away from Skotoussa.

What wetsuit do I need for Skotoussa?

The water temperature around Skotoussa is warm, reaching up to 25°C (76°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a thin wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be fine without a rashguard or thin top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Skotoussa. However, during January, February, and March, temperatures reach lows of approximately 10°C (51°F). In this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Skotoussa?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 10 to 15°C (51-60°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during summer when temperatures range from 20 to 25°C (67-76°F). Fish which like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Skotoussa: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Skotoussa...

Do you know what the the city Floris in the United States, the city Latour-Bas-Elne in the France, and the city Pompano Beach Highlands in the United States have in common with Skotoussa? Click on the links to find out...