Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Longmen, China

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

Longmen is a coastal city in China. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 5370 people. The water temperature around Longmen changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 22.1°C (71.9°F) in March up to 30.2°C (86.3°F) in the month of May, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 27°C (80°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Longmen 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 Longmen?

The current water temperature in the month of May near Longmen is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are located close to Longmen. A spot, which is not too far away, is Chunan, which is more than 174.5km (108.4miles) away from Longmen. Click here to check out more information on Chunan and its current water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try surfing Gongs, which is 234.5km (145.7miles) away from Longmen. Another good surfspot is Gongs, located 234.5km (145.7miles) from Longmen.

Are there beautiful beaches close to Longmen?

No, not too many beaches are located in close proximity to Longmen. The next good one is South Bay, which is almost 193.5km (120.2miles) away from Longmen. If you have some extra time, you can also visit Fulong Beach, which is 241.4km (150miles) away from Longmen.

What wetsuit is needed for Longmen?

The water temperature around Longmen is extremely warm, reaching up to 30°C (86°F) in the months of April, May, and June. During this time, in the late spring, a wetsuit is usually not required for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during February, March, and April, sea temperatures reach lows of 22°C (72°F). During this season, a 1mm top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be ok without a wetsuit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Longmen?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 22 to 27°C (72-81°F) during February, March, and April. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions change during spring when temperatures reach 25 to 30°C (77-86°F). Fish that can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Longmen: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Longmen...

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