Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Panikkar Seamount

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Panikkar Seamount...

Panikkar Seamount is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Panikkar Seamount has low variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 26.1°C (78.9°F) in January up to 29°C (84.2°F) in the month of June, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (82°F) and the best time for water activities is early summer, since Panikkar Seamount 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 Panikkar Seamount?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Panikkar Seamount is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are located in close proximity to Panikkar Seamount. A spot that might be worth checking out is Point nth of Al Ashkarah, which is 739km (459miles) away from Panikkar Seamount. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Point nth of Al Ashkarah and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try surfing Kovalam, which is ca 749.9km (465.8miles) away from Panikkar Seamount. Another surfspot is Kovalam, located approximately 749.9km (465.8miles) from Panikkar Seamount.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, not too many beaches are near to Panikkar Seamount. A beach that might be worth checking out is Serenity Beach, which is more than 263.4km (163.6miles) away from Panikkar Seamount. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Ganeshgule Beach, approximately 263.7km (163.8miles) away from Panikkar Seamount.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Panikkar Seamount?

The average water temperature at Panikkar Seamount is extremely warm, around 28°C (82°F), with only little changes during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving at Panikkar Seamount. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for UVA/UVB protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation at Panikkar Seamount can be particularly intense.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Panikkar Seamount?

Diving and fishing conditions stay very constant during the year. The waters at Panikkar Seamount are nearly almost tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (75-84°F). The following fish love this water temperature : Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Panikkar Seamount: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Panikkar Seamount...

Do you know what the the city Hongshan in China, the city Damme in Belgium, and the city Freiburg in Germany have in common with Panikkar Seamount? Click on the links to find out...