Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Taft, Philippines

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

Taft is a beach in the Philippines. The water temperature around Taft is nearly steady during the year. The temperature ranges from 26.6°C (79.9°F) in February up to 29.8°C (85.6°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 Taft 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 at Taft?

The current water temperature in the month of April at Taft is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Taft. A spot that might be worth checking out is Llorente, which is 35.2km (44.6miles) away from Taft. Click here for more information on Llorente and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Taft are Calicoan Island, which is approximately 71.8km (44.6miles) away, and Pururan Bay, located 141.4km (87.8miles) from Taft.

Are there any other beaches near by?

Yes, there are several other beaches in close proximity to Taft. The nearest one is Macalayo Island, which is only 4.6km (2.9miles) away from Taft. Another beach near Taft is Dolores, which is 11km (6.9miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Taft?

The average water temperature at Taft is extremely warm, around 29°C (84°F), with only little changes during 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 at Taft. Nevertheless, 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 at Taft can be particularly strong.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Taft?

Fishing and diving conditions stay very constant during the year. The waters at Taft are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish can often times be found in waters with these temperatures: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Taft: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Taft...

Do you know what the the city San Niccolo di Celle in Italy, the city Aurich in Germany, and the city Corbie in France have in common with Taft? Click on the links to find out...