Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Douliu, Taiwan

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

Douliu is a coastal city in Taiwan. It is a quite mid-size city in proximity to the ocean with a population of 104723 people. The water temperature around Douliu has significant variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 19.9°C (67.7°F) in January up to 29.9°C (85.8°F) in the month of July, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 25°C (78°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Douliu 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 Douliu?

The current water temperature in the month of May in the waters near Douliu is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not too many surf spots in close proximity to Douliu. A good spot nearby is BashienDong, which is just 63.3km (39.6miles) away from Douliu. Click here for directions and to check out more information on BashienDong and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Douliu are Jici Beach, which is 63.8km (39.6miles) away, and Gongs, located roughly 66.4km (41.2miles) from Douliu.

Are there beaches close by?

No, not many beaches are located in proximity to Douliu. The closest decent one is South Bay, which is 56.7km (35.2miles) away from Douliu. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Fulong Beach, which is 126.2km (78.4miles) away from Douliu.

What wetsuit do I need for Douliu?

The water temperature around Douliu is extremely warm, reaching up to 30°C (86°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a wetsuit is typically not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Douliu. However, during December, January, and February, temperatures drop down to nearly 20°C (68°F). In this season, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Douliu?

Due to comparatively large sea temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 20 to 25°C (68-77°F) during December, January, and February. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during June, July, and August when temperatures reach 25 to 30°C (77-86°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Douliu: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Douliu...

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