Elba Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 07:47 (Europe/Rome)
Italy · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 07:47 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 28.8°C (83.8°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.8°C
Seven-day average: 28.7°C, versus 27.9°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 Elba, monthly averages range from about 24.5°C (76.1°F) in June to 28.8°C (83.8°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Elba has been 28.4°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 22.2°C / 72.0°F | 24.5°C / 76.1°F | 28.1°C / 82.6°F |
| July | 26.0°C / 78.8°F | 28.0°C / 82.4°F | 30.2°C / 86.4°F |
| August | 27.5°C / 81.5°F | 28.8°C / 83.8°F | 29.9°C / 85.8°F |
Profile calculated from 1648 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Elba
Tuscan archipelago island with sheltered coves and seagrass-clear water.
- Area
- Tuscany
Elba Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Elba today?
The current sea surface temperature in Elba is 28.9°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 28.4°C.
When is the water warmest in Elba?
The warmest monthly average in the Elba archive is August, at around 28.8°C (83.8°F).
When is the water coldest in Elba?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 24.5°C (76.1°F).
Can you swim in Elba today?
At 28.9°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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