Playa Tunquén Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Río de la Plata, warmest around January at about 16.5°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Playa Tunquén water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Playa Tunquén Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Playa Tunquén occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at16.5°C (61.7°F) in January.
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 | 13.7°C | 16.5°C | 19.3°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| February | 14.5°C | 16.5°C | 18.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| March | 13.3°C | 16.4°C | 18.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| April | 12.7°C | 14.9°C | 17°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 12.6°C | 13.9°C | 15.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 11.7°C | 13.5°C | 14.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 11.3°C | 12.5°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 11.4°C | 12.4°C | 13.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 11.7°C | 12.6°C | 13.6°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 11.5°C | 12.8°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 11.8°C | 14°C | 15.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 13.3°C | 15.4°C | 17.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Playa Tunquén
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Playa Tunquén today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Playa Tunquén this time of year is 12.6°C (54.7°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 Tunquén?
The highest water temperatures in Playa Tunquén typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Playa Tunquén in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Playa Tunquén average around12.6°C (54.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 11.7°C and a maximum of 13.6°C.