Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Kapas Island, Malaysia
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Kapas Island...
Kapas Island is a beach in Malaysia.
The water temperature around Kapas Island is nearly steady year round.
The temperature ranges from 27.2°C (80.9°F) in January up to 30.1°C (86.1°F) in the month of May, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Kapas Island 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 Kapas Island?
The current water temperature in the month of April at Kapas Island is ca:
29°C (83°F)
Are there surf spots close by?
Not many surf spots are located in proximity to Kapas Island. The next good one is Rockstar, which is almost 490.2km (304.5miles) away from Kapas Island.
Click here to check out more information on Rockstar and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try surfing
Nias, which is roughly 503.1km (312.5miles) away from Kapas Island. Another good surfspot is
Nias, located 503.1km (312.5miles) from Kapas Island.
Are there any other white sand beaches close by?
There are not too many beaches in proximity to Kapas Island. The next good one is
Rantau Abang Beach, which is only 25.7km (16miles) away from Kapas Island. Another beautiful beach near Kapas Island is
Tenggol Island, which is approximately 40.5km (25.2miles) away.
What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Kapas Island?
The average sea temperature at Kapas Island is extremely warm, around 28°C (83°F), with no significant variations throughout 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 at Kapas Island. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for UVA/UVB protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation at Kapas Island can be remarkably strong.
How is the diving and fishing close to Kapas Island?
Fishing and Scuba diving conditions change very little year round. The waters are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish love this water temperature : Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.
Directions to Kapas Island: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
