Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Telescopes, Indonesia
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Telescopes...
Telescopes is a surf spot in Indonesia.
The water temperature around Telescopes is almost constant year round.
The temperature ranges from 28.4°C (83.1°F) in September up to 30.3°C (86.5°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (85°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Telescopes 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 at Telescopes?
The current water temperature in the month of February at Telescopes is approximately:
29°C (84°F)
Are there any other surf spots close by?
Yes, there are several surf spots in proximity to Telescopes. The nearest one is Icelands, which is just 3.3km (2miles) away from Telescopes.
Click here for more information on Icelands and its current water temperature. Another surfspot near Telescopes is
Scarecrows, which is roughly 4.1km (2.5miles) away.
Are there nice beaches near by?
No, not many beaches are close to Telescopes. A beach that might be worth checking out is
Teluk Dalam, which is almost 218.9km (136miles) away from Telescopes. If you have some extra time, you can also try
South Nias, 225.3km (140miles) away from Telescopes.
What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Telescopes?
The average water temperature at Telescopes is extremely warm, around 29°C (85°F), with only little variations during 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 at Telescopes. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for UVA/UVB protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation at Telescopes can be very intense.
How is the scuba diving and fishing near Telescopes?
Diving and fishing conditions are very constant year round. The waters at Telescopes are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (78-87°F). The following fish love this water temperature and can often be found: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.
Directions to Telescopes: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
