Maafushi Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 13:32 (Indian/Maldives)
Maldives · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 13:32 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
29.9°C
85.8°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 29.7°C (85.4°F).
Recent trend
Cooling by 0.4°C
Seven-day average: 29.7°C, versus 30.1°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 Maafushi, monthly averages range from about 29.5°C (85.0°F) in June to 30.0°C (86.0°F) in July.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Maafushi has been 30.0°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 29.0°C / 84.2°F | 29.5°C / 85.0°F | 30.0°C / 86.0°F |
| July | 29.1°C / 84.4°F | 30.0°C / 86.0°F | 30.7°C / 87.3°F |
| August | 29.3°C / 84.7°F | 29.7°C / 85.4°F | 30.0°C / 86.0°F |
Profile calculated from 1653 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Maafushi
Local island in South Malé Atoll ringed by house reefs, turtles and manta cleaning stations.
- Area
- Kaafu Atoll
Maafushi Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Maafushi today?
The current sea surface temperature in Maafushi is 29.9°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 30.0°C.
When is the water warmest in Maafushi?
The warmest monthly average in the Maafushi archive is July, at around 30.0°C (86.0°F).
When is the water coldest in Maafushi?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 29.5°C (85.0°F).
Can you swim in Maafushi today?
At 29.9°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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