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

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

Yacila is a surf spot in Peru. The water temperature around Yacila changes moderately during the year. The temperature ranges from 16.4°C (61.5°F) in September up to 23.6°C (74.4°F) in the month of March, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 19°C (66°F) and the best time for water activities is early spring, since Yacila 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 at Yacila?

The current water temperature in the month of March at Yacila is approximately:

Are there any other surf spots near Yacila?

There are not too many surf spots close to Yacila. A spot, which is not too far away, is Balconies, which is just 33.7km (20.9miles) away from Yacila. Click here for more information on Balconies and its current water temperature. Another good surfspot near Yacila is El Golf, which is approximately 37.7km (23.4miles) away.

Are there beautiful beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Yacila. The next good one is Mancora, which is 71.4km (44.4miles) away from Yacila. Another beach near Yacila is Contralmirante Villar, which is ca 88.1km (54.7miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Yacila?

The water temperature at Yacila is warm, reaching up to 24°C (74°F) in the months of February, March, and April. During this time, in the early fall, a light wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required for most people, but some might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Yacila. Nevertheless, during early fall, water temperatures drop down to nearly 16°C (62°F). In this season, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Yacila?

Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 16 to 21°C (62-71°F) during August, September, and October. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during February, March, and April when sea temperatures go up to 19 to 24°C (65-74°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 Yacila: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Yacila...

Do you know what the the city Roccaforte Mondovi in Italy, the city Nea Poteidaia in Greece, and the city Pingsha in China have in common with Yacila? Click on the links to find out...