Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Volterra, Italy

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

Volterra is a coastal city in Italy. It is a quite dense city close to the ocean with a population of 6864 people. The water temperature around Volterra changes extremely during the year. The temperature ranges from 13.2°C (55.8°F) in January up to 24.3°C (75.7°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (65°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Volterra 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 Volterra?

The current water temperature in the month of October in the waters near Volterra is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not many surf spots in proximity to Volterra. The next good one is Lillatro Rosignano LI , which is just 21.5km (17.4miles) away from Volterra. Click here for more information on Lillatro Rosignano LI and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Volterra are Il Sale Livorno , which is 28km (17.4miles) away, and bagni Fiume Livorno , located ca 28.7km (17.8miles) from Volterra.

Are there beaches located close to Volterra?

There are several nice beaches close to Volterra. The nearest one is Bibbona, which is 16.2km (10.1miles) away from Volterra. Another beach near Volterra is Cecina, which is roughly 18.4km (11.4miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Volterra?

The sea temperature around Volterra is warm, reaching up to 24°C (76°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 a significant amount of time, but some people might even be ok without a rashguard or light top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Volterra. Nevertheless, during winter, temperatures cool down to approximately 13°C (56°F). During these months, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some people might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near Volterra?

Due to comparatively large water temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions alter a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 13 to 18°C (56-65°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during summer when temperatures range from 19 to 24°C (67-76°F). Fish that can often times be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Volterra: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Volterra...

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