Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Wala, New Caledonia

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

Wala is a coastal city in New Caledonia. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 890 people. The water temperature around Wala varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 23°C (73.5°F) in August up to 27.4°C (81.4°F) in the month of January, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 25°C (77°F) and the best time for water activities is winter, since Wala 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 Wala?

The current water temperature in the month of April in the waters close to Wala is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are close to Wala. The next good one is Ouano, which is 203.2km (126.2miles) away from Wala. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Ouano and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Fraser Island, which is 740.7km (460.1miles) away from Wala. Another good surfspot is Fraser Island, located roughly 740.7km (460.1miles) from Wala.

Are there beaches located close to Wala?

No, not many beaches are located close to Wala. A beach, which is not too far away, is Ninety Mile Beach, which is more than 1163.3km (722.6miles) away from Wala. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also visit Matapouri, which is roughly 1254km (778.9miles) away from Wala.

What wetsuit do I need for Wala?

The average water temperature around Wala is very warm, around 25°C (77°F), with very little variations during the year. Hence, a wetsuit is often not required for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Wala, especially during the day and not windy conditions. However, it can get a little bit chilly in the mornings and during windy days. You might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit, jumpsuit or at least a rashguard to be prepared. The coldest months are July, August, and September. You should be fine without a wetsuit in the summer, especially during December, January, and February. However, it is recommended to carry UV protection, as the sun radiation around Wala can be very intense year round.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Wala?

Fishing and diving conditions are very similar year round. The waters around Wala are nearly almost very warm, reaching temperatures between 22 and 27°C (72-81°F). The following fish can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Wala: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Wala...

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