Cabo de Palos Sea Temperature
Updated Mon 19:10 (Europe/Madrid)
Spain · Forecast updated Aug 10, 2026, 19:10 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
29.8°C
85.6°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
1.3°C above
The August average in our archive is 28.5°C (83.3°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.7°C
Seven-day average: 28.4°C, versus 27.8°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 describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Cabo de Palos, monthly averages range from about 23.7°C (74.7°F) in June to 28.5°C (83.3°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Cabo de Palos has been 28.0°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 20.9°C / 69.6°F | 23.7°C / 74.7°F | 26.5°C / 79.7°F |
| July | 25.9°C / 78.6°F | 27.3°C / 81.2°F | 29.1°C / 84.4°F |
| August | 27.7°C / 81.9°F | 28.5°C / 83.3°F | 29.4°C / 84.9°F |
Profile calculated from 1708 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Cabo de Palos
Islas Hormigas reserve with clear water and abundant fish off Murcia.
- Area
- Murcia
Cabo de Palos Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Cabo de Palos today?
The current sea surface temperature in Cabo de Palos is 29.8°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 28.0°C.
When is the water warmest in Cabo de Palos?
The warmest monthly average in the Cabo de Palos archive is August, at around 28.5°C (83.3°F).
When is the water coldest in Cabo de Palos?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 23.7°C (74.7°F).
Can you swim in Cabo de Palos today?
At 29.8°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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