Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Sumbawa Besar, Indonesia

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Sumbawa Besar...

Sumbawa Besar is a coastal city in Indonesia. It is a comparatively average coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 52654 people. The water temperature around Sumbawa Besar is steady during the year. The temperature ranges from 27°C (80.6°F) in August up to 29.2°C (84.6°F) in the month of November, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is late fall, since Sumbawa Besar 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 Sumbawa Besar?

The current water temperature in the month of April in the waters close to Sumbawa Besar is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not too many surf spots in close proximity to Sumbawa Besar. A spot, which is not too far away, is Scar Reef, which is 52.1km (33.7miles) away from Sumbawa Besar. Click here for directions and for more information on Scar Reef and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Sumbawa Besar are Benete, which is roughly 54.2km (33.7miles) away, and Super Suck, located 55.4km (34.4miles) from Sumbawa Besar.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, there are not many beaches in close proximity to Sumbawa Besar. A beach that might be worth checking out is Sumbawa, which is only 37.1km (23.1miles) away from Sumbawa Besar. Another beautiful beach near Sumbawa Besar is Lombok, 75.6km (47miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Sumbawa Besar?

The average water temperature around Sumbawa Besar is extremely warm, around 28°C (83°F), with only little changes throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to sea temperatures in December and January. This is why a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Sumbawa Besar. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very chilly conditions and for UV protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Sumbawa Besar can be remarkably strong.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Sumbawa Besar?

Fishing and diving conditions are very constant during the year. The waters are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (76-85°F). The following fish like to roam around in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Sumbawa Besar: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Sumbawa Besar...

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