Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Mussau Ridge Seamount 1

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Mussau Ridge Seamount 1...

Mussau Ridge Seamount 1 is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Mussau Ridge Seamount 1 is steady throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 27.8°C (82°F) in March up to 30°C (85.9°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (84°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Mussau Ridge Seamount 1 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 Mussau Ridge Seamount 1?

The current water temperature in the month of September in the waters near Mussau Ridge Seamount 1 is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not many surf spots are close to Mussau Ridge Seamount 1. A spot that might be worth checking out is Umatac Bay, which is 829.7km (515.3miles) away from Mussau Ridge Seamount 1. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Umatac Bay and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Boat Basin Rights, which is approximately 839.4km (521.4miles) away from Mussau Ridge Seamount 1. Another surfspot is Boat Basin Rights, located roughly 839.4km (521.4miles) from Mussau Ridge Seamount 1.

Are there beaches in proximity to Mussau Ridge Seamount 1?

Not many beaches are located near to Mussau Ridge Seamount 1. A good beach nearby is Holtekamp Beach, which is almost 655.7km (407.3miles) away from Mussau Ridge Seamount 1. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try Hamadi Beach, roughly 658.5km (409miles) away from Mussau Ridge Seamount 1.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Mussau Ridge Seamount 1?

The average sea temperature at Mussau Ridge Seamount 1 is extremely warm, around 29°C (84°F), with very little changes 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 at Mussau Ridge Seamount 1. 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 at Mussau Ridge Seamount 1 can be very intense.

How is the diving and fishing near Mussau Ridge Seamount 1?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions are very similar during the year. The waters at Mussau Ridge Seamount 1 are mostly 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 Mussau Ridge Seamount 1: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Mussau Ridge Seamount 1...

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