Moorea Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 06:38 (Pacific/Tahiti)
French Polynesia · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 06:38 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
26.6°C
79.9°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 26.6°C (79.8°F).
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 26.6°C, versus 26.6°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Warm water
Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Moorea, monthly averages range from about 26.6°C (79.8°F) in August to 27.5°C (81.4°F) in June.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Moorea has been 26.5°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 27.0°C / 80.6°F | 27.5°C / 81.4°F | 28.0°C / 82.4°F |
| July | 26.2°C / 79.2°F | 26.7°C / 80.0°F | 27.4°C / 81.3°F |
| August | 26.3°C / 79.3°F | 26.6°C / 79.8°F | 26.9°C / 80.4°F |
Profile calculated from 1647 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Moorea
Lagoon island where rays and blacktip sharks glide over clear coral gardens.
- Area
- Society Islands
Moorea Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Moorea today?
The current sea surface temperature in Moorea is 26.6°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 26.5°C.
When is the water warmest in Moorea?
The warmest monthly average in the Moorea archive is June, at around 27.5°C (81.4°F).
When is the water coldest in Moorea?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is August, at around 26.6°C (79.8°F).
Can you swim in Moorea today?
At 26.6°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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