Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Bhatkal, India

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

Bhatkal is a coastal city in India. It is a quite dense city close to the water with a population of 31735 people. The water temperature around Bhatkal is close to constant during the year. The temperature ranges from 26.8°C (80.3°F) in August up to 29.7°C (85.4°F) in the month of May, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Bhatkal 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 Bhatkal?

The current water temperature in the month of April near Bhatkal is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Bhatkal?

Not many surf spots are located in close proximity to Bhatkal. A spot, which is not too far away, is Mahaballipuram, which is 392.1km (243.5miles) away from Bhatkal. Click here to check out more information on Mahaballipuram and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also check out Meeru Reef, which is 660.9km (410.5miles) away from Bhatkal. Another fun surfspot is Meeru Reef, located ca 660.9km (410.5miles) from Bhatkal.

Are there gorgeous beaches near by?

There are several other beaches in proximity to Bhatkal. The nearest one is Murudeshwara, which is 8.9km (5.5miles) away from Bhatkal. Another nice beach near Bhatkal is Maravanthe, which is ca 18.8km (11.7miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Bhatkal?

The average sea temperature around Bhatkal is extremely warm, around 28°C (83°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. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Bhatkal. 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 around Bhatkal can be remarkably intense.

How is the diving and fishing close to Bhatkal?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions stay very constant throughout the year. The waters around Bhatkal are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (76-85°F). The following fish can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Bhatkal: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Bhatkal...

Do you know what the the city Gorzano in Italy, the city Cikondang in Indonesia, and South Skyros Basin have in common with Bhatkal? Click on the links to find out...