Taormina Sea Temperature
Updated Sun 02:11 (Europe/Rome)
Italy · Forecast updated Aug 9, 2026, 02:11 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
29.2°C
84.6°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 29.1°C (84.4°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.3°C
Seven-day average: 29.0°C, versus 28.6°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 Taormina, monthly averages range from about 24.2°C (75.6°F) in June to 29.1°C (84.4°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Taormina has been 28.4°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 21.9°C / 71.4°F | 24.2°C / 75.6°F | 27.2°C / 81.0°F |
| July | 25.8°C / 78.4°F | 27.8°C / 82.0°F | 29.5°C / 85.1°F |
| August | 28.3°C / 82.9°F | 29.1°C / 84.4°F | 30.1°C / 86.2°F |
Profile calculated from 1667 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Taormina
Sicilian coast with Isola Bella's pebble bay and clear rocky shallows.
- Area
- Sicily
Taormina Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Taormina today?
The current sea surface temperature in Taormina is 29.2°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 28.4°C.
When is the water warmest in Taormina?
The warmest monthly average in the Taormina archive is August, at around 29.1°C (84.4°F).
When is the water coldest in Taormina?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 24.2°C (75.6°F).
Can you swim in Taormina today?
At 29.2°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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