Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Marang, Malaysia

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

Marang is a coastal city in Malaysia. It is a fairly dense city close to the ocean with a population of 21410 people. The water temperature around Marang is close to constant during the year. 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 illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Marang 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 Marang?

The current water temperature in the month of January near Marang is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are located in proximity to Marang. A good spot nearby is Rockstar, which is 486.5km (302.2miles) away from Marang. Click here to check out more information on Rockstar and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try Nias, which is 499.6km (310.3miles) away from Marang. Another good surfspot is Nias, located roughly 499.6km (310.3miles) from Marang.

Are there gorgeous beaches close by?

There are not too many beaches close to Marang. A good beach nearby is Kapas Island, which is 4.2km (2.6miles) away from Marang. Another gorgeous beach near Marang is Rantau Abang Beach, which is roughly 26.6km (16.5miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Marang?

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

How is the diving and fishing close to Marang?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions change very little throughout the year. The waters around Marang are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish like to roam around in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Marang: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Marang...

Do you know what the the city Periers in France, the city Tejutla in Guatemala, and Yupanqui Basin have in common with Marang? Click on the links to find out...