INSTRUMENT / SEA TEMPERATURE
Maluaka Turtle Town Water Temperature
Updated Tue 21:07 (Pacific/Honolulu)
USA · Forecast updated Nov 10, 2026, 21:07 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
27.3°C
81.1°F
Warm water
Valid Nov 10, 2026, 21:07 (Pacific/Honolulu). Source: stored Open-Meteo marine forecast. Temperature is not a safety rating or snorkel score.
Versus this month's average
0.7°C above
The typical November average is 26.6°C (79.9°F) from the historical baseline.
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 27.3°C, versus 27.3°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 or replace the snorkel forecast.
Typical Sea Temperature Over the Year
In the historical baseline for Maluaka Turtle Town, typical monthly averages range from about 24.8°C (76.6°F) in February to 27.3°C (81.1°F) in September.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Maluaka Turtle Town has been 27.4°C.
Historical baseline (full year)
Northern Hemisphere. Summer is generally June–August; winter is December–February.
Typical monthly sea-surface temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town, calculated from hourly observations for 2023–2025. This is not this site's forecast archive.
| Month | Typical range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| January | 25.3–25.5°C | 25.4°C / 77.7°F |
| February | 24.7–24.9°C | 24.8°C / 76.6°F |
| March | 24.5–25.1°C | 24.8°C / 76.6°F |
| April | 24.6–25.6°C | 25.2°C / 77.4°F |
| May | 25.7–26.2°C | 25.9°C / 78.6°F |
| June | 26.0–26.8°C | 26.3°C / 79.3°F |
| July | 26.1–26.9°C | 26.6°C / 79.9°F |
| August | 27.0–27.3°C | 27.1°C / 80.8°F |
| September | 26.8–27.7°C | 27.3°C / 81.1°F |
| October | 26.8–27.4°C | 27.1°C / 80.8°F |
| November | 26.5–26.7°C | 26.6°C / 79.9°F |
| December | 25.8–26.2°C | 26.0°C / 78.8°F |
Source: Open-Meteo Marine API, MeteoFrance sea-surface temperature dataset. Nearest sea grid cell (20.63, -156.46). Each month is the mean of yearly monthly means; the range is the lowest and highest of those yearly monthly means. Open-Meteo methodology.
Water temperature by month
Each month uses the 2023–2025 baseline. The range is the lowest and highest yearly monthly mean, not an hourly extreme.
Maluaka Turtle Town in January
Typical January water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 25.4°C (77.7°F), with yearly monthly means from 25.3–25.5°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: December 26.0°C · February 24.8°C.
Maluaka Turtle Town in February
Typical February water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 24.8°C (76.6°F), with yearly monthly means from 24.7–24.9°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: mild water. A rash guard is useful; cold-sensitive snorkelers may prefer a shorty wetsuit.
Adjacent months: January 25.4°C · March 24.8°C.
Maluaka Turtle Town in March
Typical March water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 24.8°C (76.6°F), with yearly monthly means from 24.5–25.1°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: mild water. A rash guard is useful; cold-sensitive snorkelers may prefer a shorty wetsuit.
Adjacent months: February 24.8°C · April 25.2°C.
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Maluaka Turtle Town in April
Typical April water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 25.2°C (77.4°F), with yearly monthly means from 24.6–25.6°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: March 24.8°C · May 25.9°C.
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Maluaka Turtle Town in May
Typical May water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 25.9°C (78.6°F), with yearly monthly means from 25.7–26.2°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: April 25.2°C · June 26.3°C.
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Maluaka Turtle Town in June
Typical June water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 26.3°C (79.3°F), with yearly monthly means from 26.0–26.8°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: May 25.9°C · July 26.6°C.
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Maluaka Turtle Town in July
Typical July water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 26.6°C (79.9°F), with yearly monthly means from 26.1–26.9°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: June 26.3°C · August 27.1°C.
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Maluaka Turtle Town in August
Typical August water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 27.1°C (80.8°F), with yearly monthly means from 27.0–27.3°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: July 26.6°C · September 27.3°C.
Maluaka Turtle Town in September
Typical September water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 27.3°C (81.1°F), with yearly monthly means from 26.8–27.7°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: August 27.1°C · October 27.1°C.
Maluaka Turtle Town in October
Typical October water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 27.1°C (80.8°F), with yearly monthly means from 26.8–27.4°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: September 27.3°C · November 26.6°C.
Maluaka Turtle Town in November
Typical November water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 26.6°C (79.9°F), with yearly monthly means from 26.5–26.7°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: October 27.1°C · December 26.0°C.
Maluaka Turtle Town in December
Typical December water temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 26.0°C (78.8°F), with yearly monthly means from 25.8–26.2°C.
Swimming and snorkeling: warm water. Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Adjacent months: November 26.6°C · January 25.4°C.
Forecast archive (growing)
These values come from hourly forecasts SnorkelForecast has stored. They cover only months with records and do not replace the historical baseline.
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 26.6°C / 79.9°F | 27.0°C / 80.7°F | 27.3°C / 81.1°F |
| July | 26.6°C / 79.9°F | 27.1°C / 80.9°F | 27.9°C / 82.2°F |
| August | 26.9°C / 80.4°F | 27.6°C / 81.7°F | 28.3°C / 82.9°F |
| September | 27.3°C / 81.1°F | 27.8°C / 82.0°F | 28.5°C / 83.3°F |
| October | 27.0°C / 80.6°F | 27.6°C / 81.6°F | 28.1°C / 82.6°F |
| November | 27.1°C / 80.8°F | 27.3°C / 81.1°F | 27.6°C / 81.7°F |
Partial coverage: 6 calendar months with records. Profile calculated from 3323 hourly forecast records across 6 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Maluaka Turtle Town
Maluaka, often grouped with Turtle Town, is a South Maui snorkel beach known for turtles, reef fish and morning visibility. South swell and afternoon wind can quickly make entry and visibility worse.
- Area
- Maui, Hawaii
Maluaka Turtle Town Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the water temperature in Maluaka Turtle Town today?
The current sea surface temperature near Maluaka Turtle Town is 27.3°C (81.1°F). Over the last 30 days, the average has been 27.4°C.
When is the water warmest in Maluaka Turtle Town?
The water is typically warmest in September, at around 27.3°C (81.1°F) in the 2023–2025 historical baseline.
When is the water coldest in Maluaka Turtle Town?
The water is typically coldest in February, at around 24.8°C (76.6°F) in the same historical baseline.
Can you swim in Maluaka Turtle Town today?
At 27.3°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
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