Aqaba Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 10:41 (Asia/Amman)
Jordan · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 10:41 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
29.0°C
84.2°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 28.9°C (84.0°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.4°C
Seven-day average: 28.9°C, versus 28.5°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 Aqaba, monthly averages range from about 25.5°C (78.0°F) in June to 28.9°C (84.0°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Aqaba has been 28.2°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 24.0°C / 75.2°F | 25.5°C / 78.0°F | 26.9°C / 80.4°F |
| July | 26.1°C / 79.0°F | 27.7°C / 81.9°F | 29.7°C / 85.5°F |
| August | 28.4°C / 83.1°F | 28.9°C / 84.0°F | 30.2°C / 86.4°F |
Profile calculated from 1651 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Aqaba
Jordan's Red Sea coast with shore reefs, coral and the Cedar Pride wreck.
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Aqaba Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Aqaba today?
The current sea surface temperature in Aqaba is 29.0°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 28.2°C.
When is the water warmest in Aqaba?
The warmest monthly average in the Aqaba archive is August, at around 28.9°C (84.0°F).
When is the water coldest in Aqaba?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 25.5°C (78.0°F).
Can you swim in Aqaba today?
At 29.0°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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