Playa de Maro Sea Temperature
Updated Tue 11:06 (Europe/Madrid)
Spain · Forecast updated Aug 18, 2026, 11:06 UTC · refresh delayed
Current Sea Temperature
26.9°C
80.4°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
1.3°C above
The August average in our archive is 25.6°C (78.1°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 1.9°C
Seven-day average: 26.7°C, versus 24.8°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 Playa de Maro, monthly averages range from about 25.3°C (77.5°F) in July to 25.6°C (78.1°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Playa de Maro has been 25.4°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Northern Hemisphere. Summer is generally June–August; winter is December–February.
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 23.0°C / 73.4°F | 25.3°C / 77.5°F | 27.4°C / 81.3°F |
| August | 23.6°C / 74.5°F | 25.6°C / 78.1°F | 27.5°C / 81.5°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 Playa de Maro
Clear-water cove near Nerja in Malaga province, one of the Costa del Sol's stronger shore-snorkeling options when swell and wind are low.
- Area
- Nerja
Playa de Maro Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Playa de Maro today?
The current sea surface temperature in Playa de Maro is 26.9°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 25.4°C.
When is the water warmest in Playa de Maro?
The warmest monthly average in the Playa de Maro archive is August, at around 25.6°C (78.1°F).
When is the water coldest in Playa de Maro?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is July, at around 25.3°C (77.5°F).
Can you swim in Playa de Maro today?
At 26.9°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 Playa de Maro.
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