Month-specific sea-surface temperature · Curaçao

Tugboat Beach Sea Temperature in May

28.0°C

82.4°F

In May, sea-surface temperature near Tugboat Beach has a historical monthly average of 28.0°C. This is not the reading for any particular holiday date.

Across 2023–2025, the lowest and highest yearly May monthly means were 27.4–28.6°C. These are not daily extremes.

Previous month

April · 27.2°C

Change into May: +0.8°C

Next month

June · 28.2°C

Change into next month: +0.2°C

Can you swim or snorkel in Tugboat Beach in May?

At 28.0°C our temperature-only guide describes the water as very warm water. Comfort depends on your cold tolerance, immersion time and wind. A historical average cannot determine whether conditions are safe on any given day.

Do you need a wetsuit?

Swimwear is usually enough; a rash guard adds sun protection.

Which beach should you choose?

Look for a beach sheltered from the actual forecast waves and wind on your visit. Exposure, currents and entry conditions vary even where water temperatures are similar. Follow local warnings.

Check the current waves, wind and snorkeling forecast →

A live forecast does not predict a future May. Check again close to your trip.

Nearby places in May

Comparable historical averages from independent marine grid cells. Warmer water does not imply safe snorkeling.

Playa Lagun 28.0°C

Tugboat Beach Sea Temperature: All 12 Months

Choose a month for available historical evidence, month comparisons and swim guidance. Missing history is clearly marked and never presented as a long-term normal.

January 27.4°C February 26.7°C March 26.8°C April 27.2°C May 28.0°C June 28.2°C July 28.3°C August 28.9°C September 29.7°C October 30.1°C November 29.2°C December 28.2°C

Data source and limitations

Source: Open-Meteo Marine API, MeteoFrance sea-surface temperature; 2023–2025. Marine model grid near 12.08, -68.86. Based on 3 yearly monthly means and 2232 recorded samples. Source methodology.

Modelled sea-surface temperatures do not establish underwater visibility, wildlife, calm currents or safe entry.