Penco today: waves, weather and sun
- Best time to fish 3:30–5:30 am average day · 5/10
- Beach day Not today Poor beach day · 3/10
- Waves · water 4.0 ft · 62 °F slight · 8.8 s from the west-southwest
- Wind · air 1 mph · 57 °F from the NE, gusts 3 · clear
- Sun 6:50 am–8:22 pm 13 h 32 min of daylight
- Moon 84% waning gibbous
- Best time to dive 10:40 am–1:40 pm good day · 8/10
- Pressure 29.99 inHg steady · steady tomorrow
Today, Thursday, October 29, in Penco the sun rises at 6:50 am and sets at 8:22 pm: 13 h 32 min of daylight. The moon is 84% illuminated (waning gibbous). Major solunar periods run from 3:30 am to 5:30 am and from 4:03 pm to 6:03 pm. The next spring tides arrive from November 9 to 11. The sea is slight, with 4.0 ft waves. There's a light air from the northeast (1 mph). Clear, 57 °F.
Fishing in Penco today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: medium- Major period 3:30–5:30 am
- Falling pressure (−0.10 inHg in 24 h), almost no wind and some swell (3.9 ft waves) to stir the water
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
Your day at a glance
The best window, 3:30 am to 5:30 am, combines a major period, falling pressure and some swell. Also good from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, with a major period, a light onshore breeze and some swell. Also good from 7:50 pm to 8:50 pm, with sunset, a light onshore breeze and some swell.
We don't show the tide for Penco, so it doesn't count in the rating. How it works · Next 7 days · Fishing rules
Beach day in Penco
Is it a beach day?
- Sun and clouds
- Feels like 73 °F: mild
- Onshore breeze (7 mph)
- Swim with care: 4.5 ft waves every 11 s; moderate rip current risk
- UV 9 (very high): SPF 50 sunscreen
- Water at 63 °F (cold)
Today, hour by hour
- Swimming Use care · 4.5 ft
4.5 ft waves every 11 s: swim with care and stay where you can stand. Moderate rip current risk. Always follow the lifeguard's flags.
- Water 63 °F
Cold: ease in slowly.
- Sun & sunscreen UV 9 · SPF 50
Max UV 9 (very high): SPF 50 sunscreen, reapplied every 2 hours. Seek shade 1:00–3:00 pm (very high UV).
- Wind 7 mph
Onshore breeze (7 mph).
- Tide & sand
We don't show the tide for Penco, so it doesn't count in the rating.
We don't have data on jellyfish, sargassum or beach closures: ask the lifeguard or check with the local beach authority. How it works · The next 7 days
Beaches near Penco
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- Playa de Penco 0.3 mi · NW
- Restrooms
- Parking
- Playa Negra 0.5 mi · NW
- Parking
- Playa Lirquen 2.2 mi · NE
- Restrooms
- Parking
- Playa Punta de Parra 5.1 mi · N
Named beaches within 6.2 mi, nearest first. Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. View on OpenStreetMap · Add or fix on OpenStreetMap
Beaches and amenities: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Webcams near Penco
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Tides in Penco
Tides in Penco: not available yet
There is no tide station near Penco, and we can't rely on the global tide model on this coast: for now we don't show its tide.
Meanwhile, see the tide in Talcahuano · 6.8 mi
The sun, moon, solunar periods and spring tides on this page do apply to this place.
The sea at Penco
Sea stateSea state: slight
The waves you may find
- Most commonMost common2.0 ft
- Significant4.0 ft
- Highest expectedHighest8.0 ft
One wave in seven is higher than the significant height, and about 3 times a day one reaches 8.0 ft. Before heading out, expect waves of up to 8.0 ft.
Wind on the coast and offshore
Cross-onshore wind. The coast faces north and the wind comes in from the sea at an angle: a bit more surf at the shore and drift along the coast, toward land.
Wave height, next 7 daysWaves, next 7 days
Waves build over the next few days. The biggest waves arrive on Saturday 31: 6.3 ft with a period of 11 s, from the west-southwest (moderate).
Water temperature
Water temperature →Water temperature changes how fish behave: in very cold or very warm water they feed less. The water cools over the next few days: about 61.4 °F by Wednesday 4.
Water warmer than normal for late October (+6.7 °F).
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
Water temperature →Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 1:16 am (local time).
Diving in Penco today
Diving and snorkeling today
Likely visibility: fair- 2.5 ft swell at 9 s from the west-southwest: some surge on the bottom
- Light onshore wind (6 mph)
- 0.4 mph current toward the east-southeast, weak (model)
- Sun high: more light underwater
- Slack water today: none; the tide doesn't count here
- Likely visibility: fair. Swell (up to 3.4 ft at 11 s) over the last few days has stirred up the water. Based on the last 24 hours of data.
- Water at 61.3–63.9 °F: a 7 mm wetsuit, with hood and booties.
- Snorkeling: better not, with these waves, wind or current.
- Night dive: dark from 8:49 pm. Waning gibbous (84%): a bright night.
Your diving day at a glance
The best window, 10:40 am to 1:40 pm, combines light wind, weak current and the sun high, though with some swell. Also worth a look from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm, with light wind and weak current, though with some swell.
We don't have a reliable tide for Penco, so slack water doesn't count in the rating.
Never dive alone and check with the local dive shop: this rating is a guide, not a substitute for a professional.
Dive sites, wrecks and dive shops nearby
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- Ramuntcho4 Fish seen: Cheilodactylus variegatus, Sebastes oculatus, Chromis crusma, Pinguipes chilensis 11 mi
- Ramuntcho3 Fish seen: Pinguipes chilensis, Sebastes oculatus, Chromis crusma, Scartichthys viridis 11 mi
- Margit 4.8 mi
- Valdiva 6.0 mi
- Federico Schwager 9.1 mi
- Pinguin 9.9 mi
- Eperva 12 11 mi
- Rancagua 12 mi
- Wreck 8.5 mi
- Sitio RHRAP Playa Isla de los Reyes Rocuant 3.3 mi
- DivingPro Software de Gestion de Buceo. Ley 21.789 5.1 mi
- Prosub Ltda 5.9 mi
Within 12 mi. Some may be missing or closed; marine reserves usually need a permit. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Wreck and reef positions are approximate and not for navigation; a wreck’s depth runs from the top of the hull to the seabed.
Sites: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Wrecks: EMODnet Human Activities (AND-International), from UK Hydrographic Office data, CC BY 4.0. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Sites and fish: Reef Life Survey / IMOS NRMN, CC BY 4.0; fish names, Wikidata.
Weather in Penco
Now in Penco
- Low / high
- 55 / 69 °F
- Rain
- 0.00 in · 0%
- Clouds
- 18%
- Humidity
- 96%
- Dew pointDew point
- 56 °F
- Visibility
- 15 mi
- UV indexUV
- 0 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Moderate · 42
- Saharan dust
- No
Pressure and fishing
- ↗ RisingRising Anglers say fish bite less for a while
- → SteadySteady · now Anglers expect normal activity
- ↘ FallingFalling Anglers say fish feed more before the change
Steady now (−0.02 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: −0.03 inHg. Steady pressure: anglers expect normal activity. Fast changes, either way, tend to affect fishing.
Today, hour by hourHour by hour
Bars: mean wind. Dashed line: gusts. Arrows point where the wind blows to.
| Time | 12:00 am | 3:00 am | 6:00 am | 9:00 am | 12:00 pm | 3:00 pm | 6:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky | Clear | Clear | Clear | Clear sky | Mainly clear | Partly cloudy | Overcast | Overcast |
| Temperature | 58° | 56° | 55° | 62° | 68° | 68° | 66° | 59° |
| Wind (mph) | 1 NE | 1 ENE | 1 ESE | 0 W | 6 WNW | 7 NW | 6 WNW | 4 W |
| Gusts | 3 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 10 |
| Waves | 4.1 ft | 3.9 ft | 3.8 ft | 3.8 ft | 3.8 ft | 3.8 ft | 4.3 ft | 4.8 ft |
| Rain | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in |
- 3:00 am 56° 1 ENE 3.9 ft
- 6:00 am 55° 1 ESE 3.8 ft
- 9:00 am 62° 0 W 3.8 ft
- 12:00 pm 68° 6 WNW 3.8 ft
- 3:00 pm 68° 7 NW 3.8 ft
- 6:00 pm 66° 6 WNW 4.3 ft
- 9:00 pm 59° 4 W 4.8 ft
- 12:00 am 56° 0 E 5.0 ft
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 29 | 55 / 69 °F | 7 mph NW | 4.9 ft | |
| Fri 30 | 52 / 71 °F | 7 mph SW | 6.0 ft | |
| Sat 31 | 51 / 69 °F | 9 mph WSW | 6.3 ft | |
| Sun 1 | 52 / 65 °F | 10 mph WSW | 5.7 ft | |
| Mon 2 | 48 / 65 °F | 9 mph WSW | 5.8 ft | |
| Tue 3 | 52 / 60 °F | 13 mph NNW | 5.6 ft | |
| Wed 4 | 52 / 61 °F | 9 mph NNW | 5.6 ft | |
| Thu 5 | 51 / 58 °F | 8 mph NW | 4.8 ft | |
| Fri 6 | 46 / 67 °F | 10 mph SSW | 6.5 ft | |
| Sat 7 | 51 / 67 °F | 10 mph SW | 6.4 ft | |
| Sun 8 | 50 / 66 °F | 10 mph SSW | 6.8 ft | |
| Mon 9 | 49 / 70 °F | 9 mph SSW | 7.9 ft | |
| Tue 10 | 51 / 70 °F | 8 mph SSW | 7.5 ft | |
| Wed 11 | 51 / 73 °F | 9 mph SSW | 6.9 ft |
- Fri 30 Overcast 52° / 71° 6.0 ft
- Sat 31 Overcast 51° / 69° 6.3 ft
- Sun 1 Partly cloudy 52° / 65° 5.7 ft
- Mon 2 Overcast 48° / 65° 5.8 ft
- Tue 3 Rain 52° / 60° 5.6 ft
- Wed 4 Light rain 52° / 61° 5.6 ft
- Thu 5 Drizzle 51° / 58° 4.8 ft
Each day comes from the best model covering this spot: regional ones first (HRRR and NBM in the U.S., AROME, ICON-EU), then ECMWF; day 16, NOAA GFS. Waves: Météo-France up to day 10, then ECMWF WAM, coarser and further offshore.
- Normal Today, warmer than normal for late October (+3.2 °F; normal high: 65 °F). Climate by month →
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 1:16 am (local time).
The sun in Penco
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 5:50 am
- Full dark 9:22 pm
- Civil dawn 6:23 am
- Civil dusk 8:49 pm
- Solar noon 1:36 pm (67° high)
- Daylight 13 h 32 min (+2 min)
- Evening golden hour 7:47 pm
- Full dark 9:22 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,330,655 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Penco
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,718 mi away and looks 32′ 44″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: medium- 3:30–5:30 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 4:03–6:03 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 8:39–9:39 am Minor · moonset · medium activity
According to solunar theory, fish feed more when the moon passes overhead or underfoot (major periods, about 2 h) and when it rises or sets (minor periods, 1 h). It works best around new and full moon.
Upcoming moon phases
2026 moon calendar →- Last quarter Sun, Nov 1 · 5:29 pmNov 1 in 3 days
- New moon Mon, Nov 9 · 4:03 amNov 9 in 11 days
- First quarter Tue, Nov 17 · 8:48 amNov 17 in 19 days
- Full moon Tue, Nov 24 · 11:54 amNov 24 in 26 days
Next perigee (the moon at its closest to Earth): November 25, 223,281 mi away.
Where to fish in Penco
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
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- Muelle "Ugarte" 6.6 mi
- Puerto Huachipato 7.5 mi
- Jetty 0.7 mi
- Jetty 5.7 mi
- Jetty 6.0 mi
- Jetty 6.3 mi
- Boat ramp 6.4 mi
- Grada de Lanzamiento de Construcción Naval 6.5 mi
- Marina 6.8 mi
- Marina 7.0 mi
- Importadora Sport Motors 6.3 mi
- Chilean Sur Fish 6.4 mi
Within 9.3 mi. A spot may be missing or closed. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Spots: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) and Overture Maps.
Tides near PencoTides nearby
- Concepción6.7 mi
- Hualpén6.8 mi
- Talcahuano6.8 mi
- Tomé8.8 mi
- San Pedro de la Paz8.9 mi
- Dichato14 mi
- Coronel22 mi
- Lota26 mi
Penco at a glance
- Town or city of about 46,091 people. Coordinates: 36.741° S, 72.995° W.
- It is 6.7 mi northeast of Concepción, the main place in Biobío. The sun rises at the same time and sets at the same time than in Concepción.
- Its coast faces north.
- Beaches and harbors nearby: Muelle Mecanizado Penco (0.8 mi), Lirquen (2.5 mi), Muelle Lirquén (2.9 mi).
Questions about PencoQuestions
What time is sunset today in Penco?
At 8:22 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 8:49 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Penco?
At 6:49 am. First light comes at 5:48 am.
What phase is the moon today?
Waning gibbous, 84% illuminated. New moon on Mon, Nov 9 · 4:03 am.
When are the next spring tides?
From November 9 to 11.
What are today's solunar periods?
Major 3:30–5:30 am, Minor 8:39–9:39 am, Major 4:03–6:03 pm. Today's activity is medium.
What's the weather like today in Penco?
Overcast, from 55 °F to 69 °F, with a light air from the northeast (1 mph) and a 0% chance of rain.
How is the sea today in Penco?
Slight (Douglas 3): 4.0 ft waves with a period of 8.8 s from the west-southwest. The water is 61.7 °F.
When is the best time to visit Penco?
The best time to visit Penco is from December to February: highs of 72 °F to 75 °F, about 2 rainy days a month and 9 hours of sunshine a day.
Can I use this data for navigation?
No. These are predictions for fishing and leisure; for navigation, use the official publications.
Where this data comes from
Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).