Malaysia

Rawa Island

Rawa Island's beach is situated in Malaysia, on a secluded island that boasts clear blue waters, lush greenery, and soft white sand beaches.

Visitors can partake in various activities during their stay, such as swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing, fishing, canoeing, beach volleyball, and sailing.

One of the local resorts provides a buffet for guests to enjoy.

Accessing Rawa Island is easy, with a half-hour boat trip or one-hour ferry ride from Mersing.

The island can be visited year-round, with no drastic changes in temperature or specific season for rainfall and winds.

Find places to stay near Rawa Island's beach and enjoy the tranquility of its clear blue waters and lush greenery.

Rawa Island is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful and relaxing getaway.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach has crystal clear water and is an excellent place for snorkeling due to the variety of underwater creatures and corals. Visitors enjoy the white sand and deep sea for diving. However, some visitors recommend taking a snorkeling package and complain about the crowds during peak season.

Where to Stay near Rawa Island?

Visitors to Rawa Island typically stay at one of the local resorts on the island itself, like Rawa Island Resort, which is within walking distance of the pristine beach. Many travelers also choose to stay in the nearby town of Mersing on the mainland, as it serves as the main gateway to the island.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Rawa Island?

Latitude: 5.9619259 / Longitude: 102.6819905

Rawa Island is located in Malaysia. The following map of Rawa Island shows the exact location.

Rawa Island: Weather Today

📅 Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Today at Rawa Island offers a fairly typical beach day. The air temperature will reach a high of 30.4 °C, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. The sea is inviting at 28.1 °C, ideal for swimming. Expect mostly cloudy skies. The wind will be moderate, but occasional stronger gusts are possible. The UV index will reach 6.55, so be sure to apply sunscreen if you're out in the sun. The waves are expected to be gentle.
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Air

Low / High21.8°C/30.4°C
Feels Like (High)33.8°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature28.1 °C
Wave Height0.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance3%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:27/19:18
Sunshine Hours11.0 hrs
UV Index6.55
Cloud Cover85%
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Wind

Speed15.4 km/h
Gusts34.2 km/h
DirectionE