Medes Islands Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 15:19 (Europe/Madrid)
Spain · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 15:19 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
26.5°C
79.7°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 26.4°C (79.5°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 1.0°C
Seven-day average: 26.4°C, versus 25.5°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 Medes Islands, monthly averages range from about 21.5°C (70.7°F) in June to 26.4°C (79.5°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Medes Islands has been 25.6°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 20.2°C / 68.4°F | 21.5°C / 70.7°F | 23.8°C / 74.8°F |
| July | 21.8°C / 71.2°F | 24.6°C / 76.3°F | 26.2°C / 79.2°F |
| August | 25.6°C / 78.1°F | 26.4°C / 79.5°F | 27.2°C / 81.0°F |
Profile calculated from 1655 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Medes Islands
Protected Costa Brava islets with the western Med's richest reef life.
- Area
- Catalonia
Medes Islands Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Medes Islands today?
The current sea surface temperature in Medes Islands is 26.5°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 25.6°C.
When is the water warmest in Medes Islands?
The warmest monthly average in the Medes Islands archive is August, at around 26.4°C (79.5°F).
When is the water coldest in Medes Islands?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 21.5°C (70.7°F).
Can you swim in Medes Islands today?
At 26.5°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
See how today's sea temperature, wave height, wind, and tides combine into a detailed snorkeling score for Medes Islands.
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