Sharks Cove Sea Temperature
Updated Wed 17:35 (Pacific/Honolulu)
USA · Forecast updated Aug 12, 2026, 17:35 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
26.7°C
80.1°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
0.4°C above
The August average in our archive is 26.3°C (79.3°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.3°C
Seven-day average: 26.3°C, versus 26.1°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 Sharks Cove, monthly averages range from about 25.8°C (78.4°F) in June to 26.3°C (79.3°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Sharks Cove has been 26.1°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Northern Hemisphere. Summer is generally June–August; winter is December–February.
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 25.6°C / 78.1°F | 25.8°C / 78.4°F | 25.9°C / 78.6°F |
| July | 25.3°C / 77.5°F | 25.8°C / 78.5°F | 26.6°C / 79.9°F |
| August | 25.7°C / 78.3°F | 26.3°C / 79.3°F | 26.8°C / 80.2°F |
Profile calculated from 1158 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Sharks Cove
North Shore lava cove with excellent summer snorkeling and dangerous winter surf.
- Area
- North Shore
- Local timing
- Summer mornings
- Exposure
- North Shore; unsafe during winter surf
- Entry type
- Lava-rock tide pools and cove
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Sharks Cove Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Sharks Cove today?
The current sea surface temperature in Sharks Cove is 26.7°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 26.1°C.
When is the water warmest in Sharks Cove?
The warmest monthly average in the Sharks Cove archive is August, at around 26.3°C (79.3°F).
When is the water coldest in Sharks Cove?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 25.8°C (78.4°F).
Can you swim in Sharks Cove today?
At 26.7°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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