Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Rapu-Rapu, Philippines

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Rapu-Rapu...

Rapu-Rapu is a coastal city in the Philippines. It is a rather small-sized town close to the water with a population of 4647 people. The water temperature around Rapu-Rapu is almost steady throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 26.8°C (80.2°F) in January up to 29.2°C (84.6°F) in the month of September, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Rapu-Rapu 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 Rapu-Rapu?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Rapu-Rapu is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Rapu-Rapu?

Not many surf spots are located close to Rapu-Rapu. A spot, which is not too far away, is Pururan Bay, which is 39.4km (24.5miles) away from Rapu-Rapu. Click here to check out more information on Pururan Bay and its current water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Calicoan Island, which is roughly 193.2km (120miles) away from Rapu-Rapu. Another good surfspot is Calicoan Island, located 193.2km (120miles) from Rapu-Rapu.

Are there sandy beaches near Rapu-Rapu?

There are some nice beaches in close proximity to Rapu-Rapu. The nearest one is Rapu-Rapu, which is only 6.8km (4.2miles) away from Rapu-Rapu. Another nice beach near Rapu-Rapu is Paguriran Island, which is ca 8km (5miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Rapu-Rapu?

The average sea temperature around Rapu-Rapu is extremely warm, around 28°C (83°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 around Rapu-Rapu. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal chilly conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Rapu-Rapu can be remarkably strong.

How is the diving and fishing close to Rapu-Rapu?

Fishing and Scuba diving conditions are very similar during the year. The waters around Rapu-Rapu are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (76-85°F). The following fish can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Rapu-Rapu: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Rapu-Rapu...

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