Kaputaş — Sea temperature now
Cliff-cradled turquoise cove.
Warm water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
Location
Kaputaş 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 Kaputaş
The sea in Kaputaş 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.
Kaputaş sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Kaputaş 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 Kaputaş, 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.
Kaputaş sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Kaputaş?
August is the warmest month in Kaputaş, when the sea averages about 27°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Kaputaş?
The coldest month in Kaputaş is typically January, when the water averages around 16°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Kaputaş without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Kaputaş 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 Kaputaş?
Outside peak summer the water in Kaputaş 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 Kaputaş?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Kaputaş is about 21°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Kaputaş?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Kaputaş, 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 |