Playa de Penco Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Río de la Plata, warmest around February at about 14.4°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Playa de Penco water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Playa de Penco Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Playa de Penco occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at14.4°C (57.9°F) in February.
Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)
Hover a bar for detailsFull 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
| Month | Min Water Temp | Average Water Temp | Max Water Temp | Swimming Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.2°C | 14.1°C | 15.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 13°C | 14.4°C | 15.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 12.6°C | 14.2°C | 16.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 12.1°C | 13.3°C | 15.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 11.7°C | 12.7°C | 14.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 10.9°C | 12.4°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 10.6°C | 11.9°C | 12.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.8°C | 11.7°C | 13°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.3°C | 12.2°C | 14.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 11°C | 12.4°C | 13.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 11.3°C | 13.1°C | 15°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 12.1°C | 13.7°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Playa de Penco
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Playa de Penco today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Playa de Penco this time of year is 12.2°C (54°F) — classified as Very Cold (< 16°C). Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Playa de Penco?
The highest water temperatures in Playa de Penco typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Playa de Penco in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Playa de Penco average around12.2°C (54.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.3°C and a maximum of 14.3°C.