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Chaweng Beach
Live Sea Conditions & Sheltered Bay Score for Gulf of Thailand (Samui & Phangan)
Koh Samui, Gulf of Thailand (Samui & Phangan)
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About this spot
Chaweng Beach on Koh Samui has a sand shoreline facing east. It is directly exposed to north-east monsoon winds and swell, roughly November to February; check the live forecast before swimming.
Shoreline · Sand
Open Coast · coast faces E (90°).
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Chaweng Beach: frequently asked questions
- Is Chaweng Beach suitable for a calm swim?
- Chaweng Beach is an open-ocean coastline facing 90° azimuth with minimal natural wave obstruction. It frequently receives direct raw ocean swells, making it more prone to surf breaks and active currents. Swimmers should exercise high caution and check real-time sea conditions.
- What coastal factors affect water conditions at Chaweng Beach?
- Water tranquility at Chaweng Beach is primarily governed by prevailing seasonal trade winds interacting with its 90° coastal orientation. When incoming swell direction directly aligns with this angle, chop and currents increase. Always cross-reference live forecasts before swimming.
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