Month-specific sea-surface temperature · Saudi Arabia

Yanbu Sea Temperature in May

27.4°C

81.3°F

In May, sea-surface temperature near Yanbu has a historical monthly average of 27.4°C. This is not the reading for any particular holiday date.

Across 2023–2025, the lowest and highest yearly May monthly means were 26.9–28.2°C. These are not daily extremes.

Previous month

April · 26.1°C

Change into May: +1.3°C

Next month

June · 28.6°C

Change into next month: +1.2°C

Can you swim or snorkel in Yanbu in May?

At 27.4°C our temperature-only guide describes the water as warm water. Comfort depends on your cold tolerance, immersion time and wind. A historical average cannot determine whether conditions are safe on any given day.

Do you need a wetsuit?

Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.

Which beach should you choose?

Look for a beach sheltered from the actual forecast waves and wind on your visit. Exposure, currents and entry conditions vary even where water temperatures are similar. Follow local warnings.

Check the current waves, wind and snorkeling forecast →

A live forecast does not predict a future May. Check again close to your trip.

Yanbu Sea Temperature: All 12 Months

Choose a month for available historical evidence, month comparisons and swim guidance. Missing history is clearly marked and never presented as a long-term normal.

January 25.9°C February 24.7°C March 24.9°C April 26.1°C May 27.4°C June 28.6°C July 29.6°C August 31.2°C September 29.3°C October 29.3°C November 29.3°C December 27.7°C

Data source and limitations

Source: Open-Meteo Marine API, MeteoFrance sea-surface temperature; 2023–2025. Marine model grid near 24.09, 38.06. Based on 3 yearly monthly means and 2232 recorded samples. Source methodology.

Modelled sea-surface temperatures do not establish underwater visibility, wildlife, calm currents or safe entry.