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

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

Banaba is a coastal city in the Philippines. It is a quite little city close to the water with a population of 4387 people. The water temperature around Banaba is constant year round. The temperature ranges from 25.8°C (78.4°F) in January up to 29.6°C (85.3°F) in the month of July, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (82°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Banaba 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 near Banaba?

The current water temperature in the month of January near Banaba is about:

Are there surf spots near Banaba?

There are not too many surf spots close to Banaba. A good spot nearby is Pundakit, which is 71.5km (47.3miles) away from Banaba. Click here for more information on Pundakit and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Banaba are Crystal Beach Break, which is roughly 76.1km (47.3miles) away, and High 5 Lahar, located approximately 78.8km (48.9miles) from Banaba.

Are there beaches close by?

Yes, there are some gorgeous beaches in close proximity to Banaba. The nearest one is Talisayan Cove, which is 4.5km (2.8miles) away from Banaba. Another beach near Banaba is Maragondon, which is 8.4km (5.2miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is recommended for Banaba?

The average water temperature around Banaba is extremely warm, around 28°C (82°F), with no significant changes during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to water temperatures in December and January. This is why a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Banaba. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for UVA/UVB protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Banaba can be remarkably strong.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Banaba?

Diving and fishing conditions change very little during the year. The waters around Banaba are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (76-85°F). The following fish love this water temperature and can often be found: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Banaba: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Banaba...

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