El Palo Sea Temperature
Updated Tue 11:06 (Europe/Madrid)
Spain · Forecast updated Aug 18, 2026, 11:06 UTC · refresh delayed
Current Sea Temperature
27.0°C
80.6°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
1.0°C above
The August average in our archive is 26.0°C (78.8°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 1.9°C
Seven-day average: 27.1°C, versus 25.3°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 describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for El Palo, monthly averages range from about 25.8°C (78.5°F) in July to 26.0°C (78.8°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in El Palo has been 25.8°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Northern Hemisphere. Summer is generally June–August; winter is December–February.
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 23.6°C / 74.5°F | 25.8°C / 78.5°F | 27.7°C / 81.9°F |
| August | 23.7°C / 74.7°F | 26.0°C / 78.8°F | 28.0°C / 82.4°F |
Profile calculated from 1142 hourly forecast records across 2 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 27.0°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 25.8°C.
When is the water warmest in El Palo?
The warmest monthly average in the El Palo archive is August, at around 26.0°C (78.8°F).
When is the water coldest in El Palo?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is July, at around 25.8°C (78.5°F).
Can you swim in El Palo today?
At 27.0°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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