Wakatobi Sea Temperature
Updated Mon 05:17 (Asia/Makassar)
Indonesia · Forecast updated Aug 10, 2026, 05:17 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
27.1°C
80.8°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 27.0°C (80.6°F).
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 27.0°C, versus 27.1°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 Wakatobi, monthly averages range from about 27.0°C (80.6°F) in August to 28.3°C (82.9°F) in June.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Wakatobi has been 27.3°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 27.9°C / 82.2°F | 28.3°C / 82.9°F | 28.7°C / 83.7°F |
| July | 27.0°C / 80.6°F | 27.6°C / 81.6°F | 28.2°C / 82.8°F |
| August | 26.8°C / 80.2°F | 27.0°C / 80.6°F | 27.3°C / 81.1°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 Wakatobi
Remote marine park with some of the planet's healthiest, most colorful reefs.
- Area
- Southeast Sulawesi
Wakatobi Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Wakatobi today?
The current sea surface temperature in Wakatobi is 27.1°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 27.3°C.
When is the water warmest in Wakatobi?
The warmest monthly average in the Wakatobi archive is June, at around 28.3°C (82.9°F).
When is the water coldest in Wakatobi?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is August, at around 27.0°C (80.6°F).
Can you swim in Wakatobi today?
At 27.1°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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