Bitez — Sea temperature now
Sheltered citrus-rimmed Bodrum bay.
Warm water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
Location
Bitez on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.
7-day forecast
Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.
Monthly sea temperature averages
Typical year-round water temperature, based on regional climatology.
Best time to swim in Bitez
The sea in Bitez peaks in August, when the water averages around 27°C.
The main swimming season runs from May – November, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 7 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Shoulder months like April and December are noticeably cooler but often quieter, with fewer crowds and steadier weather.
Outside peak season the water drops toward 18°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable.
The coldest month is typically January at around 16°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Bitez sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Bitez shows an annual mean sea temperature of 21°C, ranging from 16°C in winter to 27°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 11°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Bitez, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Bitez sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Bitez?
August is the warmest month in Bitez, when the sea averages about 27°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Bitez?
The coldest month in Bitez is typically January, when the water averages around 16°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Bitez without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Bitez runs from May – November — about 7 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in Bitez?
Outside peak summer the water in Bitez drops toward 18°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.
What is the average sea temperature in Bitez?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Bitez is about 21°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Bitez?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Bitez, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Year-round sea temperature
Best swim months: May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct – Nov
| Month | Sea | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16°C | Bracing |
| Feb | 16°C | Bracing |
| Mar | 16°C | Bracing |
| Apr | 17°C | Bracing |
| May | 20°C | Pleasant |
| Jun | 24°C | Warm |
| Jul | 26°C | Hot |
| Aug ⭐ | 27°C | Hot |
| Sep | 26°C | Hot |
| Oct | 23°C | Warm |
| Nov | 20°C | Pleasant |
| Dec | 18°C | Pleasant |