Lefkada Sea Temperature
Updated Mon 05:18 (Europe/Athens)
Greece · Forecast updated Aug 10, 2026, 05:18 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
28.1°C
82.6°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.7°C
Seven-day average: 28.3°C, versus 27.6°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Very warm water
Swimwear is usually enough; a rash guard adds sun protection.
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 Lefkada, monthly averages range from about 24.8°C (76.6°F) in June to 28.3°C (82.9°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Lefkada has been 28.0°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 22.6°C / 72.7°F | 24.8°C / 76.6°F | 27.4°C / 81.3°F |
| July | 26.1°C / 79.0°F | 27.6°C / 81.7°F | 29.4°C / 84.9°F |
| August | 27.2°C / 81.0°F | 28.3°C / 82.9°F | 29.3°C / 84.7°F |
Profile calculated from 1694 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Lefkada
Ionian island with Porto Katsiki and turquoise, sheltered swimming bays.
- Area
- Ionian Islands
Lefkada Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Lefkada today?
The current sea surface temperature in Lefkada is 28.1°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 28.0°C.
When is the water warmest in Lefkada?
The warmest monthly average in the Lefkada archive is August, at around 28.3°C (82.9°F).
When is the water coldest in Lefkada?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 24.8°C (76.6°F).
Can you swim in Lefkada today?
At 28.1°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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