Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Manicahan, Philippines

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

Manicahan is a coastal city in the Philippines. It is a comparatively small coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 8337 people. The water temperature around Manicahan is close to steady year round. The temperature ranges from 26.6°C (79.8°F) in September up to 29.9°C (85.8°F) in the month of December, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is early winter, since Manicahan 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 Manicahan?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters close to Manicahan is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in proximity to Manicahan. The next good one is Tandag, which is almost 307km (190.7miles) away from Manicahan. Click here to check out more information on Tandag and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try surfing Daku Island, which is roughly 329.3km (204.5miles) away from Manicahan. Another surfspot is Daku Island, located roughly 329.3km (204.5miles) from Manicahan.

Are there nice beaches close by?

Yes, there are a few gorgeous beaches near to Manicahan. The nearest one is Zamboanga City, which is only 10.8km (6.7miles) away from Manicahan. Another nice beach near Manicahan is Isla Gran Santa Cruz, which is roughly 14.2km (8.8miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness do I need for Manicahan?

The average water temperature around Manicahan is extremely warm, around 28°C (83°F), with no significant variations during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to sea temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Manicahan. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very chilly conditions and for UVA/UVB protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Manicahan can be very intense.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Manicahan?

Fishing and diving conditions change very little year round. The waters around Manicahan are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish love this water temperature and can often be found: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Manicahan: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Manicahan...

Do you know what the the city Escondido in the United States, the island Linua in the Vanuatu, and the city Cypress Lake in the United States have in common with Manicahan? Click on the links to find out...