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

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

Selong is a coastal city in Indonesia. The water temperature around Selong changes slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 25.7°C (78.2°F) in September up to 30.2°C (86.3°F) in the month of January, 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 winter, since Selong 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 Selong?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters close to Selong is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Selong. The next good one is Ekas, which is 17km (13.2miles) away from Selong. Click here for directions and for more information on Ekas and its water temperature. Other good surfspots near Selong are Scar Reef, which is roughly 21.2km (13.2miles) away, and Grupuk, located approximately 21.4km (13.3miles) from Selong.

Are there nice beaches located close to Selong?

No, there are not many beaches near to Selong. A beach that might be worth checking out is Lombok, which is only 14.1km (8.8miles) away from Selong. Another beach near Selong is Mawun Beach, ca 26.9km (16.7miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Selong?

The average water temperature around Selong is extremely warm, around 28°C (82°F), with very little changes throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to water temperatures in December and January. That is why a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Selong. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Selong can be very strong.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Selong?

Fishing and diving conditions are very similar during the year. The waters are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Selong: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Selong...

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