What is the current water temperature in Málaga?

As of now, in Málaga, the water temperature is 23.01°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Málaga

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Málaga. 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.

73.4

°F

October 18, 01:40

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

73.5°F

Tomorrow:

73.2°F

Sunrise:

08:27

Sunset:

19:38

Day Length:

11 h. 11 min.

Málaga in October

Minimum:

57.8°F

Average:

59.7°F

Maximum:

62.0°F

Sea water temperature in Málaga today

As of now, in Málaga, the water temperature is 73.4°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 5.6°F higher 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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.6°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 62.0°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 72.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 73.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Málaga

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 4	75.7°F	69.7°F	69.9°F
Oct 5	75.4°F	69.8°F	69.5°F
Oct 6	75.3°F	70.1°F	69.5°F
Oct 7	73.9°F	70.4°F	69.6°F
Oct 8	73.8°F	69.6°F	69.4°F
Oct 9	73.7°F	70.4°F	69.4°F
Oct 10	73.3°F	70.8°F	69.4°F
Oct 11	73.2°F	70.7°F	69.4°F
Oct 12	73.2°F	69.3°F	69.4°F
Oct 13	73.2°F	70.2°F	69.5°F
Oct 14	73.2°F	70.7°F	69.4°F
Oct 15	72.5°F	70.6°F	69.2°F
Oct 16	72.3°F	70.2°F	68.8°F
Oct 17	73.5°F	70.6°F	67.9°F
Oct 18	73.4°F	70.6°F	67.8°F
Oct 19	73.2°F	70.7°F	67.6°F
Oct 20	72.8°F	70.9°F	67.2°F
Oct 21	72.4°F	71.3°F	66.8°F
Oct 22	72.1°F	71.0°F	66.5°F
Oct 23	72.0°F	69.8°F	66.4°F
Oct 24	72.0°F	68.4°F	66.4°F
Oct 25	71.8°F	67.8°F	66.3°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 Málaga by month

In Málaga, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 44.

The warmest water in Málaga was recorded on August 19, 2026, reaching a 81.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 22, 2016, dipping to 56.1°F. The average readings by season are 59.6°F in Winter, 61.6°F in Spring, 71.8°F in Summer, and 67.7°F in Autumn.