Hanifaru Bay Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 15:19 (Indian/Maldives)
Maldives · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 15:19 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
29.3°C
84.7°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 29.2°C (84.6°F).
Recent trend
Cooling by 0.7°C
Seven-day average: 29.2°C, versus 29.9°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 Hanifaru Bay, monthly averages range from about 29.0°C (84.3°F) in June to 29.7°C (85.5°F) in July.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Hanifaru Bay has been 29.7°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 28.6°C / 83.5°F | 29.0°C / 84.3°F | 29.6°C / 85.3°F |
| July | 28.7°C / 83.7°F | 29.7°C / 85.5°F | 30.8°C / 87.4°F |
| August | 28.9°C / 84.0°F | 29.2°C / 84.6°F | 29.6°C / 85.3°F |
Profile calculated from 1656 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Hanifaru Bay
UNESCO bay where seasonal plankton draws huge groups of manta rays.
- Area
- Baa Atoll
Hanifaru Bay Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Hanifaru Bay today?
The current sea surface temperature in Hanifaru Bay is 29.3°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 29.7°C.
When is the water warmest in Hanifaru Bay?
The warmest monthly average in the Hanifaru Bay archive is July, at around 29.7°C (85.5°F).
When is the water coldest in Hanifaru Bay?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 29.0°C (84.3°F).
Can you swim in Hanifaru Bay today?
At 29.3°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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