Palancar Reef Water Temperature
Updated Thu 11:22 (America/Cancun)
Mexico · Forecast updated Sep 17, 2026, 11:22 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
30.0°C
86.0°F
Very warm water
Valid Sep 17, 2026, 11:22 (America/Cancun). Source: stored Open-Meteo marine forecast. Temperature is not a safety rating or snorkel score.
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The September average in our archive is 30.2°C (86.4°F).
Recent trend
At least two weeks of records are needed before showing a reliable trend.
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 or replace the snorkel forecast.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Palancar Reef, monthly averages range from about 30.2°C (86.4°F) in September to 30.2°C (86.4°F) in September.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Palancar Reef has been 30.0°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Northern Hemisphere. Summer is generally June–August; winter is December–February.
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| September | 29.9°C / 85.8°F | 30.2°C / 86.4°F | 30.7°C / 87.3°F |
Partial coverage: 1 calendar months with records. Profile calculated from 74 hourly forecast records across 1 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Palancar Reef
Southwest Cozumel drift reef with coral heads; conditions follow the Cozumel current and wind.
- Area
- Quintana Roo
Palancar Reef Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the water temperature in Palancar Reef today?
The current sea surface temperature near Palancar Reef is 30.0°C (86.0°F). Over the last 30 days, the average has been 30.0°C.
When is the water warmest in Palancar Reef?
The warmest monthly average in the Palancar Reef archive is September, at around 30.2°C (86.4°F).
When is the water coldest in Palancar Reef?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is September, at around 30.2°C (86.4°F).
Can you swim in Palancar Reef today?
At 30.0°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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