Water temperature in Los Cristianos
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Thursday, October 29, at 2:53 am (WET)- Today
- 76.5–77.4 °F
- Air today
- 68 / 80 °F
- Wed 4
- 76.1 °F
- Wetsuit
- No wetsuit
Today the water in Los Cristianos is 76.5 °F and ranges 76.5–77.4 °F through the day, with the air between 68 °F and 80 °F. It stays steady over the next few days.
Measured by satellite
This is the temperature satellites measured 2 days ago in the water just below the surface, at the nearest point of sea to Los Cristianos (0.7 mi away), from NASA's MUR analysis, which sees the water in 1 km detail. It isn't a forecast: the big figure above is what a model gives for right now. On sunny afternoons the top of the water can be a little warmer.
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
The water over the next few days
- Today
- Fri 30
- Sat 31
- Sun 1
- Mon 2
- Tue 3
- Wed 4
- Thu 5
- Fri 6
- Sat 7
Water temperature by month vs. normal
The water off Los Cristianos is warmer than normal for late October today (+3.2 °F).
- 67.7° 68°JanJ
- 66.5° 67°FebF
- 66.3° 66°MarM
- 66.9° 67°AprA
- 68.4° 68°MayM
- 70.6° 71°JunJ
- 71.9° 72°JulJ
- 73.6° 74°AugA
- 74.7° 75°SepS
- 74.4° 74°OctO
- 72.2° 72°NovN
- 69.7° 70°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
The best time to swim in Los Cristianos is from May to December, when the water averages 68.4–74.7 °F.
The water is warmest in September (74.7 °F on average) and coldest in March (66.3 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 6.9 mi away). Right by the shore, the water can be a little colder or warmer. Sources and licenses
Water and air, day by day
| Day | Water | Air | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 76.5–77.4 °F | 68 / 80 °F | 3.7 ft |
| Fri 30 | 76.5–77.2 °F | 67 / 80 °F | 3.0 ft |
| Sat 31 | 76.5–76.8 °F | 69 / 79 °F | 2.8 ft |
| Sun 1 | 76.1–76.5 °F | 70 / 79 °F | 4.5 ft |
| Mon 2 | 76.1–76.6 °F | 67 / 80 °F | 3.8 ft |
| Tue 3 | 75.9–76.3 °F | 68 / 73 °F | 3.2 ft |
| Wed 4 | 75.9–76.3 °F | 72 / 74 °F | 2.1 ft |
Which wetsuit to wear
| Water | Wetsuit | How it feels |
|---|---|---|
| < 52 °F | 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves | Very cold: full kit only |
| 52°–57 °F | 5/4 mm with booties | Cold: takes your breath away |
| 57°–63 °F | 4/3 mm | Cool |
| 63°–66 °F | 3/2 mm | Mild |
| 66°–72 °F | Shorty (springsuit) | Pleasant |
| 72°–75 °F | Rash guard or top | Very pleasant |
| > 75 °F | No wetsuit | Warm |
A rough guide: it depends on the wind, how long you stay in and each person.
Fish are cold-blooded: the water sets their activity. Sudden temperature changes usually put them off the bite; with steady water, activity is more regular.
Questions about the water in Los CristianosQuestions
What's the water temperature today in Los Cristianos?
76.5 °F; through the day it ranges 76.5–77.4 °F.
Will the water get warmer or colder?
It stays steady over the next few days.
Which wetsuit do I need today?
With the water as it is today, no wetsuit (warm). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in Los Cristianos in October?
In October, the water in Los Cristianos averages 74.4 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: rash guard or top (very pleasant).
How warm is the water in Los Cristianos in September?
In September, the water in Los Cristianos averages 74.7 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: rash guard or top (very pleasant).
When is the best time to swim in Los Cristianos?
The best time to swim in Los Cristianos is from May to December, when the water averages 68.4–74.7 °F. The water is warmest in September (74.7 °F on average) and coldest in March (66.3 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off Los Cristianos is warmer than normal for late October today (+3.2 °F).
More about Los Cristianos today
Water temperature near Los Cristianos
- El Abrigo 76.5 °F · 7.8 mi
- Playa de San Juan 76.1 °F · 11 mi
- Realejo Alto 75.7 °F · 24 mi
- San Juan de la Rambla 75.7 °F · 24 mi
- San Sebastián de la Gomera 76.6 °F · 24 mi
- Playa de Santiago 76.5 °F · 29 mi
Only places with a different forecast: spots a few miles apart share the same model cell and wouldn't add anything.
Learn more
Sea surface temperature: Open-Meteo with Météo-France / Copernicus Marine, CC BY 4.0; grid point 4.4 mi away. Near the shore, in coves and estuaries, the water can be a little colder or warmer.
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 2:53 am (local time).
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