El Palo Sea Temperature
Spain · Forecast updated Jul 13, 2026, 18:14 UTC · refresh delayed
Current Sea Temperature
25.1°C
77.2°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
0.9°C below
The July average in our archive is 26.0°C (78.9°F).
Recent trend
Cooling by 1.3°C
Seven-day average: 25.6°C, versus 26.9°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Warm water
Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
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 El Palo, monthly averages range from about 26.0°C (78.9°F) in July to 26.0°C (78.9°F) in July.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in El Palo has been 26.1°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 23.9°C / 75.0°F | 26.0°C / 78.9°F | 27.7°C / 81.9°F |
Profile calculated from 285 hourly forecast records across 1 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at El Palo
Malaga beach district with protected swimming areas, small breakwaters and easy shore entry on calm mornings.
- Area
- Malaga
El Palo Water Temperature — Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in El Palo today?
The current sea surface temperature in El Palo is 25.1°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 26.1°C.
When is the water warmest in El Palo?
The warmest monthly average in the El Palo archive is July, at around 26.0°C (78.9°F).
When is the water coldest in El Palo?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is July, at around 26.0°C (78.9°F).
Can you swim in El Palo today?
Yes — at 25.1°C the water is warm enough for comfortable swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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