Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Balatan, Philippines

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Balatan...

Balatan is a beach in the Philippines. The water temperature around Balatan has moderate variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 25.7°C (78.2°F) in December up to 30.2°C (86.3°F) in the month of June, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (82°F) and the best time for water activities is early summer, since Balatan is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Balatan?

The current water temperature in the month of September at Balatan is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Balatan?

Not many surf spots are located close to Balatan. The closest decent spot is Pururan Bay, which is 82.4km (51.2miles) away from Balatan. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Pururan Bay and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also check out Llorente, which is approximately 204.9km (127.2miles) away from Balatan. Another fun surfspot is Llorente, located approximately 204.9km (127.2miles) from Balatan.

Are there any other gorgeous beaches close to Balatan?

There are several other nice beaches close to Balatan. The nearest one is Bagolatao, which is only 8.6km (5.3miles) away from Balatan. Another nice beach near Balatan is Animasola Island, which is approximately 14.3km (8.9miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit do I need for Balatan?

The average sea temperature at Balatan is extremely warm, around 28°C (82°F), with very little variations during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to sea temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving at Balatan. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation at Balatan can be very strong.

How is the diving and fishing close to Balatan?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions are very similar year round. The waters at Balatan are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Balatan: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Balatan...

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