Raja Ampat Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 13:32 (Asia/Makassar)
Indonesia · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 13:32 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
28.9°C
84.0°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 29.0°C (84.2°F).
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 29.0°C, versus 29.2°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 Raja Ampat, monthly averages range from about 29.0°C (84.2°F) in August to 29.7°C (85.4°F) in June.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Raja Ampat has been 29.2°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 29.2°C / 84.6°F | 29.7°C / 85.4°F | 30.2°C / 86.4°F |
| July | 28.9°C / 84.0°F | 29.4°C / 84.9°F | 30.0°C / 86.0°F |
| August | 28.8°C / 83.8°F | 29.0°C / 84.2°F | 29.4°C / 84.9°F |
Profile calculated from 1653 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Raja Ampat
The planet's richest marine biodiversity, with electric coral reefs in clear shallow water.
- Area
- West Papua
Raja Ampat Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Raja Ampat today?
The current sea surface temperature in Raja Ampat is 28.9°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 29.2°C.
When is the water warmest in Raja Ampat?
The warmest monthly average in the Raja Ampat archive is June, at around 29.7°C (85.4°F).
When is the water coldest in Raja Ampat?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is August, at around 29.0°C (84.2°F).
Can you swim in Raja Ampat today?
At 28.9°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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