Can you swim at Plage des Catalans in January? — 13.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · January
13.0°C
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 13.0°C in January means short dips for most people. A 2 mm shorty or 3/2 mm wetsuit transforms the experience.
Monthly averages set expectations, but the specific beach today depends on wind, swell and recent weather. Check the live value at the top of this page or open the Plage des Catalans live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
July · August · September
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Plage des Catalans in January?
Plage des Catalans averages 13.0°C in January, based on long-run climatology for the Mediterranean Sea.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Plage des Catalans in January?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 13.0°C.
Do I need a wetsuit at Plage des Catalans in January?
