Surf spot

Tanjung Resang

Forecast conditions and map view for Tanjung Resang in Malaysia. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Malaysia
Coordinates: 2.5821, 103.8062

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Wave height (m)	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.1	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.3	0.1	0.2	0.5	0.4	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.1	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.3	0.4	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.1	0.3	0.3	0.3
Wave direction	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	SE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	SE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	SE	SE	ESE	SE	SE	ESE	ESE	ESE	SE	E	ESE	SE	ESE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	ESE	SE	SE
Wave period (s)	3.5	3.5	3.6	3.6	4	3	2.9	3	3.3	3.4	3.5	3.3	3.5	4.8	4.2	3.1	3.1	3.1	3.2	3.5	3.3	2.9	2.8	3	3	3.1	3.2	3.6	3.8	4.8	4.5	3.1	3.1	3.2	3.3	3.4	4.1	2.9	2.9	4	3.1	3	3	3	2.8	2.9	3	3.3	3.5	3.5	3.6	3.8	4.5	2.9	2.8	3
Wave energy (kJ)	1	1	1	1	1	1	2	2	2	2	1	1	2	1	1	4	3	2	1	1	1	1	2	1	1	1	1	2	1	1	0	4	3	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	2	2	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	2	2	1
Wind speed (km/h)	4.7	5.2	9	11	3.1	8.3	9.6	11.2	8.9	8.7	11.8	10.6	8.9	9.5	11.5	6.8	7.5	6.2	7.2	10.4	9.3	13.1	10.6	9.8	8	8.2	7.6	13.8	21.3	20.6	17.3	13.1	9.8	7.5	7.6	11	19.4	17.1	12.8	12.6	10.3	6.2	9.1	10.6	19.5	8.9	13	12.4	7.3	8.8	7.2	9.6	16.5	10.2	5.6	1.6
Wind direction	SGlassy	WNWCross-on	NWOnshore	NWOnshore	NWGlassy	SSWCross-off	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	WSWCross	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSEOffshore	SEOffshore	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSEOffshore	SEOffshore	SSWCross-off	SSEOffshore	SOffshore	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SEOffshore	ESECross-off	ESECross-off	SEOffshore	SSEOffshore	SOffshore	SSEOffshore	SCross-off	SEOffshore	ECross-off	ESECross-off	SEOffshore	SSEOffshore	SSEOffshore	SOffshore	SOffshore	SEOffshore	ECross-off	SEOffshore	SEOffshore	SSEOffshore	SOffshore	SSEOffshore	SOffshore	SEOffshore	ECross-off	ESECross-off	SEOffshore	WSWGlassy

Tanjung Resang is a coastal surf spot in eastern Peninsular Malaysia, on the state of Johor facing the South China Sea. It’s a more low-key, less crowded break compared with better-known surf destinations, which makes it appealing for surfers looking for a quieter session in a scenic, tropical setting.

Spot overview

Wave type: Typically a beachbreak / reef-influenced setup depending on the exact section and swell direction
Best conditions: Usually works best with consistent northeast monsoon swells and favorable wind conditions
Crowd factor: Generally light, since it’s not a major tourist surf hub
Water: Warm tropical water year-round

What it’s like

Tanjung Resang tends to offer a laid-back, remote feel with a natural coastline and fewer facilities than more developed surf towns. Conditions can vary quite a bit depending on tide, swell size, and sand movement, so it’s the kind of place where timing matters.

Good for

Surfers who like quiet spots
Intermediate surfers when the surf is manageable
Travelers combining surf with a road trip or local exploration

Things to keep in mind

Seasonality is important: surf quality often depends heavily on monsoon patterns
Amenities may be limited, so it’s smart to bring what you need
As with many less-documented breaks, conditions can be inconsistent