Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Sullana, Peru

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

Sullana is a coastal city in Peru. It is a comparatively average coastal town close to the water with a population of 160789 people. The water temperature around Sullana has moderate variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 16.5°C (61.7°F) in September up to 24.5°C (76.1°F) in the month of May, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 20°C (68°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Sullana is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Sullana?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Sullana is approximately:

Are there surf spots near Sullana?

There are not too many surf spots close to Sullana. The closest decent spot is Yacila, which is just 36.8km (29.2miles) away from Sullana. Click here to check out more information on Yacila and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Sullana are El Golf, which is ca 47km (29.2miles) away, and Balconies, located 47km (29.2miles) from Sullana.

Are there beautiful beaches near Sullana?

No, there are not too many beaches near to Sullana. The closest decent beach is Mancora, which is 60.7km (37.7miles) away from Sullana. Another nice beach near Sullana is Contralmirante Villar, roughly 66.9km (41.6miles) away.

What wetsuit do I need for Sullana?

The water temperature around Sullana is warm, reaching up to 25°C (76°F) in the months of April, May, and June. During this time, in the late fall, a thin wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be fine without a rashguard or 1mm top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during early fall, water temperatures come down to approximately 16°C (62°F). During these months, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to be in the water for several hours, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Sullana?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 16 to 21°C (62-71°F) during fall. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish love this temperature range. The conditions typically change during spring when temperatures reach 20 to 25°C (67-76°F). Fish which can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Sullana: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Sullana...

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