Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Penglai, China

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

Penglai is a coastal city in China. The water temperature around Penglai varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 24.3°C (75.7°F) in February up to 30.2°C (86.3°F) in the month of May, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 27°C (81°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Penglai 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 Penglai?

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

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in close proximity to Penglai. A good spot nearby is Pagudpud, which is almost 665.6km (413.4miles) away from Penglai. Click here for directions and for more information on Pagudpud and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Nan Wan, which is 676.3km (420miles) away from Penglai. Another fun surfspot is Nan Wan, located roughly 676.3km (420miles) from Penglai.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, not many beaches are in proximity to Penglai. The next good beach is Yalong Bay, which is more than 109.3km (67.9miles) away from Penglai. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also visit Rocky Bay Beach, roughly 301.9km (187.5miles) away from Penglai.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for Penglai?

The water temperature around Penglai is extremely warm, reaching up to 30°C (86°F) in the months of April, May, and June. During this time, in the late spring, a wetsuit is normaly not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Penglai. Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, temperatures drop down to roughly 24°C (76°F). In this season, a light top or a jumpsuit might be required for temperature-senstive people, but some might even be ok without a rashguard or 1mm top . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Penglai?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 24 to 29°C (76-85°F) during January, February, and March. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin love this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during spring when sea temperatures go up to 25 to 30°C (77-86°F). Fish that can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Penglai: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Penglai...

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