Azores - São Miguel Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 06:38 (Atlantic/Azores)
Portugal · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 06:38 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
21.7°C
71.1°F
Cool water
Versus this month's average
0.5°C below
The August average in our archive is 22.2°C (72.0°F).
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 22.3°C, versus 22.1°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Cool water
A 3 mm shorty or full wetsuit will make longer snorkels more comfortable.
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 Azores - São Miguel, monthly averages range from about 19.8°C (67.6°F) in June to 22.2°C (72.0°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Azores - São Miguel has been 21.9°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 18.2°C / 64.8°F | 19.8°C / 67.6°F | 21.5°C / 70.7°F |
| July | 20.7°C / 69.3°F | 21.7°C / 71.1°F | 22.9°C / 73.2°F |
| August | 21.8°C / 71.2°F | 22.2°C / 72.0°F | 22.8°C / 73.0°F |
Profile calculated from 1647 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Azores - São Miguel
Mid-Atlantic volcanic island with clear water, islets and even snorkeling with blue sharks offshore.
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Azores - São Miguel Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Azores - São Miguel today?
The current sea surface temperature in Azores - São Miguel is 21.7°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 21.9°C.
When is the water warmest in Azores - São Miguel?
The warmest monthly average in the Azores - São Miguel archive is August, at around 22.2°C (72.0°F).
When is the water coldest in Azores - São Miguel?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 19.8°C (67.6°F). A wetsuit is usually recommended during this period.
Can you swim in Azores - São Miguel today?
At 21.7°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
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