Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Merdeka, Indonesia

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

Merdeka is a coastal city in Indonesia. The water temperature around Merdeka has low variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 27.2°C (80.9°F) in August up to 30.5°C (86.9°F) in the month of April, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (84°F) and the best time for water activities is spring, since Merdeka is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Merdeka?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Merdeka is approximately:

Are there surf spots close to Merdeka?

Not too many surf spots are located in close proximity to Merdeka. A good spot nearby is Roti Island, which is almost 72.9km (45.3miles) away from Merdeka. Click here for directions and for more information on Roti Island and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Lakey Peak, which is roughly 367.3km (228.1miles) away from Merdeka. Another surfspot is Lakey Peak, located 367.3km (228.1miles) from Merdeka.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, not too many beaches are in proximity to Merdeka. One that might be worth checking out is Lasiana Beach, which is almost 6.1km (3.8miles) away from Merdeka. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try Flores, 200.4km (124.4miles) away from Merdeka.

Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Merdeka?

The average water temperature around Merdeka is extremely warm, around 29°C (84°F), with only little variations throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to temperatures in December and January. That is why a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Merdeka. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for UV protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Merdeka can be very intense.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Merdeka?

Fishing and diving conditions stay very constant throughout the year. The waters are nearly almost tropical, reaching temperatures between 26 and 31°C (78-87°F). The following fish like to roam around in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Merdeka: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Merdeka...

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