Can I swim at Anse Dufour right now?

The sea at Anse Dufour is currently 28.2°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Anse Dufour next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Anse Dufour to sit close to 28.7°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Anse Dufour?

July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Anse Dufour, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Anse Dufour?

With water currently at 28.2°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

Martinique

Martinique · Caribbean Sea

Anse Dufour

Snorkel-with-turtles fishing cove.

Very warm water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.

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Sea temperature now

28.2°Ctropical

Excellent

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

23.8°C

Wave height

0.8 m

Wind

11.5 km/h

UV index

0.1 UV index

Location

Anse Dufour on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

No wetsuit

At 28.2°C the water is warm enough to swim and surf in just a swimsuit or boardshorts.

Surf & watersports

Tropical-feel conditions. Most swimmers stay comfortable for an hour or more without thermal protection. UV exposure is the bigger risk — sunscreen and a rash vest are worth packing.

Open-water swimming

Open-water swims of 60+ minutes feel comfortable with no neoprene.

Recommendation tuned for Anse Dufour's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

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