Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Shah Alam, Malaysia
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Shah Alam...
Shah Alam is a coastal city in Malaysia.
It is a relatively average coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 481654 people.
The water temperature around Shah Alam is constant year round.
The temperature ranges from 27.5°C (81.5°F) in September up to 29.9°C (85.9°F) in the month of July, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (84°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Shah Alam 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 Shah Alam?
The current water temperature in the month of December near Shah Alam is approximately:
0°C (32°F)
Are there surf spots close by?
Not too many surf spots are located close to Shah Alam. A spot that might be worth checking out is Rockstar, which is almost 305.3km (189.6miles) away from Shah Alam.
Click here to check out more information on Rockstar and its current water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also check out
Lagundri, which is ca 315.3km (195.8miles) away from Shah Alam. Another fun surfspot is
Lagundri, located 315.3km (195.8miles) from Shah Alam.
Are there beaches close to Shah Alam?
No, not too many beaches are located near to Shah Alam. The next good one is
Port Dickson, which is 42.9km (26.7miles) away from Shah Alam. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out
Pangkor Island, 103.7km (64.4miles) away from Shah Alam.
What wetsuit is recommended for Shah Alam?
The average water temperature around Shah Alam is extremely warm, around 29°C (84°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. Hence, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Shah Alam. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very chilly conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Shah Alam can be particularly intense.
How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Shah Alam?
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 often be found in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.
Directions to Shah Alam: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
