Playa de Maro Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 16:44 (Europe/Madrid)
Spain · Forecast updated Sep 5, 2026, 16:44 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
24.3°C
75.7°F
Mild water
Versus this month's average
0.8°C above
The September average in our archive is 23.5°C (74.2°F).
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 22.5°C, versus 22.5°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Mild water
A rash guard is useful; cold-sensitive snorkelers may prefer a shorty wetsuit.
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 23.5°C (74.2°F) in September to 25.3°C (77.5°F) in July.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Playa de Maro has been 24.3°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 | 19.0°C / 66.2°F | 24.6°C / 76.2°F | 27.5°C / 81.5°F |
| September | 21.6°C / 70.9°F | 23.5°C / 74.2°F | 24.6°C / 76.3°F |
Profile calculated from 1579 hourly forecast records across 3 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 24.3°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 24.3°C.
When is the water warmest in Playa de Maro?
The warmest monthly average in the Playa de Maro archive is July, at around 25.3°C (77.5°F).
When is the water coldest in Playa de Maro?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is September, at around 23.5°C (74.2°F).
Can you swim in Playa de Maro today?
At 24.3°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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