Bocas del Toro Sea Temperature
Panama · Forecast updated Jul 15, 2026, 06:22 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
29.5°C
85.1°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
0.3°C below
The July average in our archive is 29.8°C (85.6°F).
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 29.7°C, versus 29.8°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 mean the sea is safe.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Bocas del Toro, monthly averages range from about 29.8°C (85.6°F) in July to 30.6°C (87.0°F) in June.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Bocas del Toro has been 30.1°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 30.0°C / 86.0°F | 30.6°C / 87.0°F | 31.0°C / 87.8°F |
| July | 29.4°C / 84.9°F | 29.8°C / 85.6°F | 30.3°C / 86.5°F |
Profile calculated from 1071 hourly forecast records across 2 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Bocas del Toro
Caribbean archipelago with mangrove channels, starfish beaches and coral cays.
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Bocas del Toro Water Temperature — Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Bocas del Toro today?
The current sea surface temperature in Bocas del Toro is 29.5°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 30.1°C.
When is the water warmest in Bocas del Toro?
The warmest monthly average in the Bocas del Toro archive is June, at around 30.6°C (87.0°F).
When is the water coldest in Bocas del Toro?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is July, at around 29.8°C (85.6°F).
Can you swim in Bocas del Toro today?
Yes — at 29.5°C the water is warm enough for comfortable swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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