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Water Temperature in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu, Spain: Current, Historical Data and Forecast
On this page, you will find comprehensive information about the sea temperature in Benzu in Spain, including current readings, historical data and trends, monthly averages, as well as weather forecasts and upcoming temperature predictions. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.
Current Water Temperature in Benzu
15.4°C
TODAY
15.8°C
YESTERDAY
15.7°C
A WEEK AGO
Analysis, Historical Data, and Forecast of Water Temperature
Today sea water temperature in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu is 15.4°C. The water is comfortable for most people, making it an ideal range for water sports enthusiasts. The temperature does not cause significant discomfort, and swimming will be pleasant for the majority. However, it's important to remember that prolonged exposure to the water can still lead to cooling, so it's essential to monitor the time spent in the water, especially for children or elderly people.
It is important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in good weather. When the air temperature is below 68°F (20°C), and sometimes even below 77°F (25°C), swimming can be unpleasant even with relatively high water temperatures.
Water Temperature Chart for Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu Over the Last 30 Days
The water temperature in Benzu today is lower than both a week ago and a month ago. Today's sea temperature is generally in line with historical values for this day.
According to our forecast, the sea temperature in Benzu will remain nearly unchanged in the coming days, its value will be 15.6°C.
Actual nearshore water temperatures may fluctuate by several degrees from the reported values, especially following heavy rainfall or extended periods of strong winds. Certain wind patterns can cause colder, deeper waters to rise and replace the sun-warmed surface water, leading to noticeable variations.
Our forecast is based on a proprietary mathematical model that considers real-time water temperature changes, historical trends, key weather patterns, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each region. Additionally, we incorporate data from other resorts across Spain to enhance accuracy.
Water temperature data for Benzu and nearby towns and resorts is gathered from various sources, including buoys and satellite sea and ocean surface maps provided by the NOAA agency. We also incorporate data from local authorities in each specific location worldwide to ensure more accurate temperature readings.
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15 | 15.7°C | 15.8°C | |
| Feb 16 | 16.1°C | 15.8°C | |
| Feb 17 | 15.6°C | 15.8°C | |
| Feb 18 | 15.6°C | 15.8°C | |
| Feb 19 | 15.9°C | 15.5°C | |
| Feb 20 | 15.4°C | 15.8°C | |
| Feb 21 | 15.8°C | 15.8°C | |
| Feb 22 | 15.6°C | 15.8°C | |
| Feb 23 | 16.0°C | 15.5°C | |
| Feb 24 | 15.8°C | 15.5°C | |
| Feb 25 | 16.0°C | 15.6°C | |
| Feb 26 | 16.0°C | 15.6°C | |
| Feb 27 | 15.8°C | 15.6°C | |
| Feb 28 | 16.0°C | 15.6°C | |
| Mar 1 | 15.5°C | 15.6°C | |
| Mar 2 | 15.8°C | 15.6°C |
Sea Temperature in Benzu Throughout the Year
Throughout the year, the sea temperature in Benzu exceeds 77°F (25°C) for 0 days, exceeds 72°F (22°C) for 17 days, and exceeds 64°F (18°C) for 185 days.
Below is the annual chart of sea temperature changes in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu.
January
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 15°C | 17°C | 19°C |
February
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 14°C | 16°C | 18°C |
March
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 14°C | 16°C | 18°C |
April
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 15°C | 17.5°C | 20°C |
May
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 16°C | 18.5°C | 21°C |
June
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 17°C | 20.5°C | 24°C |
July
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 19°C | 22°C | 25°C |
August
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 19°C | 22°C | 25°C |
September
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 19°C | 21.5°C | 24°C |
October
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 18°C | 20.5°C | 23°C |
November
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 16°C | 18.5°C | 21°C |
December
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 15°C | 17°C | 19°C |
Monthly Water Temperature Histogram for Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu
You can explore detailed data on how the water temperature in Benzu varies each month:
What Beaches Are There In and Around Benzu?
Playa De Benzu
Playa De Benzu is a 1-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Benzu.
Benzu
Benzu is a 2-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Benzu. There is parking. There are cafés.
Playa Punta Blanca
Playa Punta Blanca is a 1-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Benzu.
Punta Blanca
Punta Blanca is a 3-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Benzu. There is parking. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Balyounech Playa Norte
Balyounech Playa Norte is a 1-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Benzu.
La Crique De Belyounech
La Crique De Belyounech is a 1-stars sandy beach, located in a 2 km (1 miles) radius of Benzu.
Playa Belyounech
Playa Belyounech is a 1-stars sandy beach, located in a 2 km (1 miles) radius of Benzu.
La Perla De Belyounech
La Perla De Belyounech is a 1-stars sandy beach, located in a 2 km (1 miles) radius of Benzu.
La Crique Des Plongeurs
La Crique Des Plongeurs is a 1-stars sandy beach, located in a 2 km (1 miles) radius of Benzu.
Calamocarro
Calamocarro is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 2 km (1 miles) radius of Benzu. There is parking. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Playa Calamocarro
Playa Calamocarro is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 2 km (1 miles) radius of Benzu. There is parking. There are cafés. Playa Calamocarro is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible.
Lqassarine Beach
Lqassarine Beach is a 1-stars sandy beach, located in a 3 km (2 miles) radius of Benzu.
Playa Del Trampolin
Playa Del Trampolin is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 3 km (2 miles) radius of Benzu. There is parking. There are cafés. Playa Del Trampolin is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible.
Playa Benitez
Playa Benitez is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 4 km (2 miles) radius of Benzu. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Playa Benitez is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish.
Benitez
Benitez is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 4 km (2 miles) radius of Benzu. There is parking. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Playa Nasser Bourita
Playa Nasser Bourita is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 4 km (2 miles) radius of Benzu. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Playa Nasser Bourita is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish.
Playa Miramar
Playa Miramar is a 5-stars sandy beach, located in a 5 km (3 miles) radius of Benzu. It has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, ensuring high environmental and quality standards. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Playa Tramaguera
Playa Tramaguera is a 2-stars sandy beach, located in a 5 km (3 miles) radius of Benzu. There is parking. There are cafés. Playa Tramaguera is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish.
Almadraba
Almadraba is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 5 km (3 miles) radius of Benzu. There is parking. There are cafés. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Tramaguera
Tramaguera is a 5-stars sandy beach, located in a 6 km (4 miles) radius of Benzu. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Benzu Weather
FEBRUARY 23
11°C / 18°C
clear skyhumidity: 77% | wind: 3 km/h
FEBRUARY 24
11°C / 17°C
scattered clouds: 25-50%humidity: 77% | wind: 4 km/h
FEBRUARY 25
10°C / 16°C
light rainhumidity: 73% | wind: 3 km/h
FEBRUARY 26
11°C / 12°C
overcast clouds: 85-100%humidity: 81% | wind: 4 km/h
Sea Temperature in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu: General Trends and Swimming Opportunities
Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the north coast of Africa, experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. It keeps relatively stable temperatures throughout the year, averaging around 15-25 degrees Celsius, with the sea providing a cooling effect in the summer and keeping the area warmer in winter.
Benzu is located in Europe in the Northern Hemisphere at a latitude of 36 degrees, along the shores of the Strait of Gibraltar. Benzu lies within the Ceuta in Spain.
The average annual daytime air temperature in Benzu is 24°C (75°F), with the average nighttime temperature being 14°C (57°F). The highest average daily temperature occurs in August, reaching 30°C (87°F), while the lowest is in January at 17°C (63°F). As for nighttime temperatures, the minimum average temperature of 8°C (46°F) is recorded in January, and the maximum is in August, reaching 20°C (68°F).
According to historical data, Benzu experiences 63 rainy days per year, which accounts for 17 percent of all days in the year. On average, there are 5 rainy days each month. The wettest month is December, with 9 rainy days and 124 mm (4.9 inches) of precipitation, while the driest month is July, which typically has 0 rainy days and only 1 mm (0.0 inches) of precipitation.
The average annual water temperature in Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu is 19°C (66°F). In February, the water reaches its lowest point of the year at 14°C (57°F), while in July, it peaks at 25°C (77°F). In Benzu, the water temperature in the Strait of Gibraltar never consistently reaches a comfortable level for swimming in any month.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Benzu and its Water Temperatures
What is the current sea temperature in Benzu?
The water temperature today in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu is 60°F (15.4°C).
In which months is the water temperature in Benzu comfortable for swimming?
It cannot be guaranteed that the water temperature in Benzu will be comfortable for swimming in any month of the year.
What is the water temperature in Benzu during the winter?
The water temperature in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu during the winter ranges from 14°C to 19°C (57°F to 66°F).
What is the water temperature in Benzu during the spring?
The water temperature in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu during the spring ranges from 14°C to 21°C (57°F to 70°F).
What is the water temperature in Benzu during the summer?
The water temperature in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu during the summer ranges from 17°C to 25°C (63°F to 77°F).
What is the water temperature in Benzu during the fall?
The water temperature in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu during the fall ranges from 16°C to 24°C (61°F to 75°F).
Is it possible to swim in the sea in Benzu year-round?
No, it is not possible to swim in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu year-round, the months suitable for comfortable swimming are .
What sea temperatures can I expect in Benzu in the next month?
In March, the water temperature in the Strait of Gibraltar in Benzu will range between 57°F (14°C) and 64°F (18°C)