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, September 10, 2025
Today might not be the best beach day due to the chance of thunderstorms. Be aware of potential lightning. The air temperature will reach a high of 31.5 °C. The sea is inviting at 30.5 °C, with gentle waves. The sun will be mostly hidden behind clouds. The UV index will be high at 8.95, so be sure to apply sunscreen.
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Air

Low / High25°C/31.5°C
Feels Like (High)38.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature30.5 °C
Wave Height0.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance83%
Rainfall3.5 mm
Rain Duration6 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:01/19:12
Sunshine Hours10.9 hrs
UV Index8.95
Cloud Cover90%
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Wind

Speed10.4 km/h
Gusts23 km/h
DirectionN