El Nido Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 13:32 (Asia/Manila)
Philippines · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 13:32 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 30.3°C (86.5°F).
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 30.3°C, versus 30.4°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 El Nido, monthly averages range from about 30.3°C (86.5°F) in August to 30.6°C (87.0°F) in June.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in El Nido has been 30.4°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 30.0°C / 86.0°F | 30.6°C / 87.0°F | 31.2°C / 88.2°F |
| July | 30.1°C / 86.2°F | 30.4°C / 86.8°F | 30.9°C / 87.6°F |
| August | 30.0°C / 86.0°F | 30.3°C / 86.5°F | 30.9°C / 87.6°F |
Profile calculated from 1654 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at El Nido
Palawan lagoons and limestone cliffs surrounding clear, fish-filled bays.
- Area
- Palawan
El Nido Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in El Nido today?
The current sea surface temperature in El Nido is 30.2°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 30.4°C.
When is the water warmest in El Nido?
The warmest monthly average in the El Nido archive is June, at around 30.6°C (87.0°F).
When is the water coldest in El Nido?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is August, at around 30.3°C (86.5°F).
Can you swim in El Nido today?
At 30.2°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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