Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Habbouch, Lebanon

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

Habbouch is a coastal city in Lebanon. It is a comparatively average coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 98433 people. The water temperature around Habbouch changes significantly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 17.2°C (63°F) in March up to 28.2°C (82.8°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 23°C (73°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Habbouch 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 Habbouch?

The current water temperature in the month of September in the waters close to Habbouch is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Habbouch. A spot that might be worth checking out is Mostafa Spot, which is about 18.3km (23.2miles) away from Habbouch. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Mostafa Spot and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Habbouch are Shavei Tzion, which is 37.4km (23.2miles) away, and Nahr brahim, located ca 46.1km (28.6miles) from Habbouch.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, there are not many beaches in close proximity to Habbouch. One beach, which is not too far away, is Dekel Beach, which is just 41.8km (25.9miles) away from Habbouch. Another good beach near Habbouch is Tabarja Beach, ca 43.9km (27.2miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Habbouch?

The water temperature around Habbouch is extremely warm, reaching up to 28°C (83°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a wetsuit is normaly not required for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Habbouch. Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, temperatures cool down to approximately 17°C (63°F). During these months, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for a good amount of time, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Habbouch?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 17 to 22°C (63-72°F) during February, March, and April. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures go up to 23 to 28°C (74-83°F). Fish that can often times be found in waters with these temperatures include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Habbouch: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Habbouch...

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