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

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

Batu Pahat is a coastal city in Malaysia. It is a relatively average coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 156236 people. The water temperature around Batu Pahat is steady year round. The temperature ranges from 27.4°C (81.2°F) in January up to 29.8°C (85.7°F) in the month of May, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (84°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Batu Pahat 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 Batu Pahat?

The current water temperature in the month of January in the waters close to Batu Pahat is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in proximity to Batu Pahat. The closest decent spot is Nias, which is 349.3km (216.9miles) away from Batu Pahat. Click here to check out more information on Nias and its water temperature. If you don't mind the drive, you can also check out Telescopes, which is 358km (222.4miles) away from Batu Pahat. Another good surfspot is Telescopes, located ca 358km (222.4miles) from Batu Pahat.

Are there nice beaches close by?

No, there are not many beaches close to Batu Pahat. The closest decent beach is Kukup Beach, which is 50.9km (31.6miles) away from Batu Pahat. Another beautiful beach near Batu Pahat is West Coast Park, which is roughly 67.8km (42.1miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for Batu Pahat?

The average water temperature around Batu Pahat is extremely warm, around 29°C (84°F), with no significant variations during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to sea temperatures in December and January. Hence, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Batu Pahat. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Batu Pahat can be remarkably strong.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Batu Pahat?

Fishing and diving conditions change very little throughout the year. The waters around Batu Pahat are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish can often be found in waters with these temperatures: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Batu Pahat: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Batu Pahat...

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