Sabah, Malaysia
Sulu Sea5.94°N, 116.04°EStation MA-SAB-PAN

Pantai Tanjung Aru Sea Water Temperature

A tropical beach on the Sulu Sea, warmest around May at about 30.3°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Pantai Tanjung Aru water temperature

29.8
85.6°FTropical Warm (> 28°C)

Very warm bath-like water. Zero chill, exceptional for relaxation and snorkeling.

+0°vs Sep avgSulu Sea5.94°N, 116.04°E
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
31°C
88.3°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
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Daily maximum
Sunrise
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First morning light
Sunset
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Golden hour close

7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

Open-Meteo ocean model
Today
WedSep 30
29.8°C
85.6°F
Waves: 1m
Tropical
ThuOct 1
30.1°C
86.2°F
Waves: 0.9m
Tropical
FriOct 2
30.2°C
86.4°F
Waves: 0.7m
Tropical
SatOct 3
30.1°C
86.2°F
Waves: 0.6m
Tropical
SunOct 4
29.8°C
85.6°F
Waves: 0.7m
Tropical
MonOct 5
29.5°C
85.1°F
Waves: 0.9m
Tropical
TueOct 6
29.4°C
84.9°F
Waves: 1m
Tropical
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Pantai Tanjung Aru.
Confidence: High

Pantai Tanjung Aru Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Pantai Tanjung Aru occurs inJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December — peaking at30.3°C (86.5°F) in May.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
28
Jan
27
Feb
27
Mar
29
Apr
30
May
30
Jun
30
Jul
30
Aug
Current
30
Sep
30
Oct
30
Nov
29
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January26°C28.2°C29.5°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
February25.5°C27.2°C28.8°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
March24.2°C27.3°C29°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
April27.5°C29.3°C30.5°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
May29°C30.3°C31.5°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
June28.2°C30.1°C31°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
July28.6°C30°C31°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
August28.6°C29.9°C30.9°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent29.1°C29.8°C30.5°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
October28.5°C29.5°C30.6°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
November28.6°C29.6°C30.4°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
December27.2°C29.1°C30.3°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)

Swimming FAQs for Pantai Tanjung Aru

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Pantai Tanjung Aru today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Pantai Tanjung Aru this time of year is 29.8°C (85.6°F) — classified as Tropical Warm (> 28°C). Very warm bath-like water. Zero chill, exceptional for relaxation and snorkeling. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Pantai Tanjung Aru?

The highest water temperatures in Pantai Tanjung Aru typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Pantai Tanjung Aru in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Pantai Tanjung Aru average around29.8°C (85.6°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 29.1°C and a maximum of 30.5°C.

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