Mabul Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 06:39 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur)
Malaysia · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 06:39 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
30.2°C
86.4°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 30.1°C (86.2°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.4°C
Seven-day average: 30.1°C, versus 29.7°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 Mabul, monthly averages range from about 29.8°C (85.7°F) in July to 30.2°C (86.4°F) in June.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Mabul has been 29.9°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 29.7°C / 85.5°F | 30.2°C / 86.4°F | 30.9°C / 87.6°F |
| July | 29.3°C / 84.7°F | 29.8°C / 85.7°F | 30.4°C / 86.7°F |
| August | 29.8°C / 85.6°F | 30.1°C / 86.2°F | 30.6°C / 87.1°F |
Profile calculated from 1647 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Mabul
Macro-rich island beside Sipadan with shallow reefs off the stilt villages.
- Area
- Sabah
Mabul Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Mabul today?
The current sea surface temperature in Mabul is 30.2°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 29.9°C.
When is the water warmest in Mabul?
The warmest monthly average in the Mabul archive is June, at around 30.2°C (86.4°F).
When is the water coldest in Mabul?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is July, at around 29.8°C (85.7°F).
Can you swim in Mabul today?
At 30.2°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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