Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Batu Ferringhi, Malaysia

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Batu Ferringhi...

Batu Ferringhi is a beach in Malaysia. The water temperature around Batu Ferringhi is constant during the year. The temperature ranges from 28.4°C (83.1°F) in August up to 30.6°C (87°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 30°C (85°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Batu Ferringhi 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 Batu Ferringhi?

The current water temperature in the month of December at Batu Ferringhi is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not many surf spots are in close proximity to Batu Ferringhi. A spot that might be worth checking out is Rockstar, which is 374.4km (232.5miles) away from Batu Ferringhi. Click here to check out more information on Rockstar and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also check out Hinako Islands, which is roughly 377.2km (234.3miles) away from Batu Ferringhi. Another surfspot is Hinako Islands, located 377.2km (234.3miles) from Batu Ferringhi.

Are there any other gorgeous beaches near by?

There are not many beaches in close proximity to Batu Ferringhi. A beach that might be worth checking out is Langkawi Island, which is 70km (43.5miles) away from Batu Ferringhi. Another beach near Batu Ferringhi is Ko Tarutao, which is roughly 87.3km (54.2miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Batu Ferringhi?

The average sea temperature at Batu Ferringhi is extremely warm, around 30°C (85°F), with only little changes during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to water temperatures in December and January. Hence, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving at Batu Ferringhi. Nevertheless, 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 Batu Ferringhi can be very intense.

How is the diving and fishing near Batu Ferringhi?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions are very constant during the year. The waters at Batu Ferringhi are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 26 and 31°C (78-87°F). The following fish can often be found in waters with these temperatures: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Batu Ferringhi: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Batu Ferringhi...

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