Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Sokone, Senegal

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

Sokone is a coastal city in Senegal. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 11680 people. The water temperature around Sokone has extreme variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 18.4°C (65.2°F) in March up to 29.7°C (85.5°F) in the month of October, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 24°C (75°F) and the best time for water activities is , since Sokone 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 Sokone?

The current water temperature in the month of October in the waters close to Sokone is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Sokone. The next good one is Baobab, which is 62.2km (58.8miles) away from Sokone. Click here for more information on Baobab and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Sokone are Ouakam, which is 94.6km (58.8miles) away, and Yoff Plage, located roughly 95.2km (59.1miles) from Sokone.

Are there nice beaches located close to Sokone?

No, there are not many beaches near to Sokone. A beach that might be worth checking out is Bakau, which is 34.6km (21.5miles) away from Sokone. Another beach near Sokone is Fajara, which is approximately 36.1km (22.5miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Sokone?

The water temperature around Sokone is extremely warm, reaching up to 30°C (85°F) in the months of . During this time, in the , a wetsuit is usually not required for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during February, March, and April, temperatures drop down to roughly 18°C (65°F). During this time, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Sokone?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 18 to 23°C (65-74°F) during February, March, and April. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during when temperatures go up to 25 to 30°C (76-85°F). Fish that like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Sokone: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Sokone...

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