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

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

Tantangan is a coastal city in the Philippines. It is a quite dense city close to the water with a population of 10337 people. The water temperature around Tantangan is constant throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 28°C (82.4°F) in February up to 29.7°C (85.5°F) in the month of June, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (84°F) and the best time for water activities is early summer, since Tantangan 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 Tantangan?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Tantangan is about:

Are there surf spots located close to Tantangan?

Not many surf spots are located in close proximity to Tantangan. A spot that might be worth checking out is Tandag, which is more than 196.2km (121.9miles) away from Tantangan. Click here to check out more information on Tandag and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Daku Island, which is roughly 236.9km (147.1miles) away from Tantangan. Another surfspot is Daku Island, located approximately 236.9km (147.1miles) from Tantangan.

Are there beaches near by?

There are not too many beaches in close proximity to Tantangan. A beach that might be worth checking out is South Cotabato, which is just 19.4km (12miles) away from Tantangan. Another beach near Tantangan is Sultan Kudarat, which is 23.8km (14.8miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is recommended for Tantangan?

The average sea temperature around Tantangan is extremely warm, around 29°C (84°F), with only 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 Tantangan. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for UV protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Tantangan can be very intense.

How is the diving and fishing close to Tantangan?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions stay very constant during the year. The waters are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish like to roam around in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Tantangan: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Tantangan...

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