Month-specific sea-surface temperature · Spain
Playa de Maro Sea Temperature in May
18.9°C
66.0°F
In May, sea-surface temperature near Playa de Maro has a historical monthly average of 18.9°C. This is not the reading for any particular holiday date.
Across 2023–2025, the lowest and highest yearly May monthly means were 17.8–19.9°C. These are not daily extremes.
Previous month
April · 17.3°C
Change into May: +1.6°C
Next month
June · 21.4°C
Change into next month: +2.5°C
Can you swim or snorkel in Playa de Maro in May?
At 18.9°C our temperature-only guide describes the water as cool water. Comfort depends on your cold tolerance, immersion time and wind. A historical average cannot determine whether conditions are safe on any given day.
Do you need a wetsuit?
A 3 mm shorty or full wetsuit will make longer snorkels more comfortable.
Which beach should you choose?
Look for a beach sheltered from the actual forecast waves and wind on your visit. Exposure, currents and entry conditions vary even where water temperatures are similar. Follow local warnings.
Check the current waves, wind and snorkeling forecast →
A live forecast does not predict a future May. Check again close to your trip.
Nearby places in May
Comparable historical averages from independent marine grid cells. Warmer water does not imply safe snorkeling.
- Playa Penon del Cuervo 19.2°C
- El Palo 19.2°C
- Pedregalejo 19.2°C
- Banos del Carmen 19.2°C
- Playa de la Malagueta 19.2°C
Data source and limitations
Source: Open-Meteo Marine API, MeteoFrance sea-surface temperature; 2023–2025. Marine model grid near 36.75, -3.85. Based on 3 yearly monthly means and 2232 recorded samples. Source methodology.
Modelled sea-surface temperatures do not establish underwater visibility, wildlife, calm currents or safe entry.