Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Valdés, Spain

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

Valdés is a beach in Spain. The water temperature around Valdés varies slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 14.6°C (58.2°F) in January up to 22.8°C (73.1°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (63°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Valdés 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 at Valdés?

The current water temperature in the month of September at Valdés is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in close proximity to Valdés. The closest one is El chanquete, which is only 6.7km (11.4miles) away from Valdés. Click here to check out more information on El chanquete and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Valdés are Puerto marina, which is roughly 18.4km (11.4miles) away, and Molino de papel, located roughly 23.6km (14.7miles) from Valdés.

Are there any other gorgeous beaches located close to Valdés?

There are not many beaches near to Valdés. One beach, which is not too far away, is La Fontanilla beach, which is 40.4km (25.1miles) away from Valdés. Another fun beach near Valdés is La Hacienda beach, 51.4km (31.9miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Valdés?

The sea temperature at Valdés is warm, reaching up to 23°C (73°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a thin top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok without a rashguard or thin wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Valdés. Nevertheless, during December, January, and February, temperatures reach lows of nearly 15°C (58°F). During these months, a 4/3 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near Valdés?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (58-67°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions change during summer when temperatures go up to 18 to 23°C (64-73°F). Fish that can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Valdés: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Valdés...

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