Can I swim at La Paloma right now?

The sea at La Paloma is currently 11.3°C — very cold 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 La Paloma next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around La Paloma to sit close to 24.1°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 La Paloma?

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

Do I need a wetsuit at La Paloma?

With water currently at 11.3°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.

Uruguay

Rocha · Atlantic Ocean

La Paloma

Popular beach in Rocha, Uruguay.

Cold water with a light chop and glassy wind — tough conditions for unprotected swimming.

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Sea temperature now

11.3°Ccool

Poor

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

8.9°C

Wave height

0.7 m

Wind

0.8 km/h

UV index

0.0 UV index

Location

La Paloma 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

5/4mm fullsuit + boots & gloves

At 11.3°C you need a 5/4mm fullsuit with boots, gloves and ideally a hood.

+ 5mm boots
+ 3mm gloves
+ Hood for extended sessions

Surf & watersports

Cold — winter conditions across most of northern Europe and North America. A 5/4mm hooded suit, 5mm boots and 3mm gloves are essential to avoid hypothermia and ice-cream headaches. Limit sessions to 45–60 minutes and warm up immediately after exiting.

Open-water swimming

Cold-water swim experience required; keep dips under 15 minutes.

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

Quick answer

Can I swim at La Paloma today?

The sea is currently 11.3°C — poor swimming conditions. Acclimatised swimmers will be most comfortable.

Key takeaways

• Located in Rocha, Uruguay (Atlantic Ocean).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan15°C Feb14°C Mar15°C Apr16°C May18°C Jun22°CBest Jul25°CBest Aug26°CBest Sep24°CBest Oct21°C Nov18°C Dec16°C

14°C → 26°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	15°C	Bracing
Feb	14°C	Bracing
Mar	15°C	Bracing
Apr	16°C	Bracing
May	18°C	Pleasant
Jun	22°C	Warm
Jul	25°C	Warm
Aug ⭐	26°C	Hot
Sep	24°C	Warm
Oct	21°C	Pleasant
Nov	18°C	Pleasant
Dec	16°C	Bracing