Sea temperature in India
Live water temperatures and swimming conditions across 40 beaches on the India coast.
Best time to swim in India
The sea in India peaks in May, when the water averages around 29°C.
The main swimming season runs from January – December, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 12 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
The coldest month is typically January at around 25°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
India sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for India shows an annual mean sea temperature of 27°C, ranging from 25°C in winter to 29°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 4°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 India, 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.
Values are area averages; individual beaches vary by exposure and depth.
India sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in India?
May is the warmest month in India, when the sea averages about 29°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in India?
The coldest month in India is typically January, when the water averages around 25°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in India without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in India runs from January – December — about 12 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 India?
India stays warm year-round, so most swimmers never need a wetsuit — a rash guard is usually enough for sun and wildlife protection.
What is the average sea temperature in India?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in India is about 27°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in India?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in India, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Warmest beaches in India right now
| Beach | Region | Sea | Swim score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calangute Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Baga Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Anjuna Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Palolem Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Agonda Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Varkala Beach | Kerala | — | — |
| Kovalam Lighthouse | Kerala | — | — |
| Marari Beach | Kerala | — | — |
| Radhanagar Beach | Andaman | — | — |
| Palolem Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Agonda Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Calangute Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Varkala Beach | Kerala | — | — |
| Kovalam Beach | Kerala | — | — |
| Marari Beach | Kerala | — | — |
| Baga Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Calangute Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Anjuna Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Palolem Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Agonda Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Vagator Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Colva Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Morjim Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Arambol Beach | Goa | — | — |
| Varkala Beach | Kerala | — | — |
| Kovalam Beach | Kerala | — | — |
| Marari Beach | Kerala | — | — |
| Cherai Beach | Kerala | — | — |
| Radhanagar Beach | Andaman | — | — |
| Elephant Beach | Andaman | — | — |
| Corbyn's Cove | Andaman | — | — |
| Paradise Beach Pondy | Puducherry | — | — |
| Auroville Beach | Puducherry | — | — |
| Promenade Beach | Puducherry | — | — |
| Marina Beach Chennai | Tamil Nadu | — | — |
| Mahabalipuram Beach | Tamil Nadu | — | — |
| Juhu Beach | Maharashtra | — | — |
| Versova Beach | Maharashtra | — | — |
| Tarkarli Beach | Maharashtra | — | — |
| Gokarna Beach | Karnataka | — | — |