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Water temperature in Benalmádena

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Benalmádena. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Benalmádena now

61.1

°F

May 21, 04:28

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.1°F

Tomorrow:

61.2°F

Sunrise:

07:06

Sunset:

21:24

Day Length:

14 h. 18 min.

Benalmádena in May

Minimum:

59.3°F

Average:

60.3°F

Maximum:

61.6°F

Sea water temperature in Benalmádena today

As of now, in Benalmádena, the water temperature is 61.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 3.5°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 66.5°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 61.9°F on 2019.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 61.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 61.2°F, while the maximum might reach 62.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Benalmádena

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 7 62.1°F 66.5°F 63.1°F
May 8 62.5°F 65.9°F 63.4°F
May 9 63.0°F 65.9°F 63.9°F
May 10 64.0°F 66.5°F 64.2°F
May 11 63.6°F 66.3°F 63.8°F
May 12 63.8°F 66.3°F 64.0°F
May 13 63.6°F 66.6°F 63.8°F
May 14 63.7°F 66.3°F 63.9°F
May 15 64.2°F 65.9°F 64.0°F
May 16 63.6°F 66.9°F 64.0°F
May 17 63.1°F 66.7°F 64.1°F
May 18 62.9°F 66.4°F 64.2°F
May 19 62.2°F 65.5°F 64.1°F
May 20 61.1°F 66.3°F 64.6°F
May 21 61.1°F 66.5°F 64.6°F
May 22 61.2°F 66.3°F 64.7°F
May 23 61.5°F 66.2°F 65.0°F
May 24 61.6°F 65.9°F 65.1°F
May 25 61.8°F 66.1°F 65.3°F
May 26 61.6°F 65.6°F 65.1°F
May 27 62.1°F 67.1°F 65.6°F
May 28 62.1°F 65.5°F 65.6°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Benalmádena by month

In Benalmádena, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 36.
The warmest water in Benalmádena was recorded on August 6, 2022, reaching a 81.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 7, 2015, dipping to 56.6°F. The average readings by season are 59.7°F in Winter, 61.4°F in Spring, 70.9°F in Summer, and 67.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Málaga 61.7°F 12mi
Nerja 61.6°F 40mi
Manilva 60.2°F 41mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Benalmádena