La Palma Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 16:27 (Atlantic/Canary)
Spain · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 16:27 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
25.2°C
77.4°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
0.3°C above
The August average in our archive is 24.9°C (76.9°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.7°C
Seven-day average: 24.9°C, versus 24.2°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 La Palma, monthly averages range from about 23.0°C (73.4°F) in June to 24.9°C (76.9°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in La Palma has been 24.7°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 22.1°C / 71.8°F | 23.0°C / 73.4°F | 24.1°C / 75.4°F |
| July | 23.7°C / 74.7°F | 24.6°C / 76.3°F | 25.5°C / 77.9°F |
| August | 24.0°C / 75.2°F | 24.9°C / 76.9°F | 25.9°C / 78.6°F |
Profile calculated from 1657 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at La Palma
Steep volcanic Canary island with clear Atlantic water and reef fish.
- Area
- Canary Islands
La Palma Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in La Palma today?
The current sea surface temperature in La Palma is 25.2°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 24.7°C.
When is the water warmest in La Palma?
The warmest monthly average in the La Palma archive is August, at around 24.9°C (76.9°F).
When is the water coldest in La Palma?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 23.0°C (73.4°F).
Can you swim in La Palma today?
At 25.2°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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