Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Zunzal, El Salvador

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

Zunzal is a surf spot in El Salvador. The water temperature around Zunzal has low variability year round. The temperature ranges from 26.7°C (80°F) in December up to 30.4°C (86.8°F) in the month of June, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is early summer, since Zunzal 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 Zunzal?

The current water temperature in the month of October at Zunzal is about:

Are there any other surf spots close by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in proximity to Zunzal. The closest one is La Bocana, which is just 0.6km (0.3miles) away from Zunzal. Click here for directions and to check out more information on La Bocana and its water temperature. Another surfspot near Zunzal is Palmarcito, which is roughly 2.2km (1.3miles) away.

Are there beautiful beaches close by?

No, not too many beaches are located close to Zunzal. One that might be worth checking out is Monterrico, which is almost 78.3km (48.6miles) away from Zunzal. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also visit Laughing Bird Caye, 218.7km (135.9miles) away from Zunzal.

What wetsuit do I need for Zunzal?

The average water temperature at Zunzal is extremely warm, around 29°C (83°F), with no significant variations throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to temperatures in December and January. This is why a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving at Zunzal. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation at Zunzal can be remarkably intense.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Zunzal?

Diving and fishing conditions change very little year round. The waters are nearly almost tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (78-87°F). The following fish can often times be found in waters with these temperatures: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Zunzal: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Zunzal...

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