Can you swim at Spiaggia di San Fruttuoso in December? — 15.0°C water

Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · December
15.0°C
Live water now
Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
mild

Cool. 15.0°C in December 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 Spiaggia di San Fruttuoso live page for full conditions.

Best months to swim
June · July · August · September

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Spiaggia di San Fruttuoso in December?

Spiaggia di San Fruttuoso averages 15.0°C in December, based on long-run climatology for the Ligurian Sea.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Spiaggia di San Fruttuoso in December?

Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 15.0°C.

Do I need a wetsuit at Spiaggia di San Fruttuoso in December?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.