Balearic Islands, Spain
Mediterranean Sea38.76°N, 1.43°EStation SP-BAL-FOR

Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes) Sea Water Temperature

European Caribbean paradise with transparent shallow sands protected by Posidonia oceanica. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes) water temperature

26.2
79.2°FWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)

Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold.

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Coastal Air
28°C
81.9°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
26.2°C
79.2°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
ThuOct 1
26.5°C
79.7°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
FriOct 2
26.6°C
79.9°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
SatOct 3
26.5°C
79.7°F
Waves: 0.6m
Warm
SunOct 4
26.2°C
79.2°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
MonOct 5
25.9°C
78.6°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
TueOct 6
25.8°C
78.4°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes).
Confidence: High

Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes) Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes) occurs inJun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct — peaking at27.6°C (81.7°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
15
Jan
15
Feb
15
Mar
17
Apr
20
May
24
Jun
27
Jul
28
Aug
Current
26
Sep
23
Oct
20
Nov
17
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January14.3°C15.2°C16.1°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February13.8°C14.7°C15.6°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March14.4°C15.4°C16.5°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April15.8°C17.1°C18.5°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
May18.2°C19.8°C21.5°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
June22°C23.8°C25.6°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
July25°C26.7°C28.3°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
August26°C27.6°C29.2°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent24.7°C26.2°C27.7°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
October21.9°C23.4°C25°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
November18.6°C20°C21.5°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
December15.8°C16.9°C18.1°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Swimming FAQs for Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes)

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes) today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes) this time of year is 26.2°C (79.2°F) — classified as Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C). Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes)?

The highest water temperatures in Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes) typically occur duringJun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes) in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Formentera (Platja de Ses Illetes) average around26.2°C (79.2°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 24.7°C and a maximum of 27.7°C.

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