Galicia is a coastal area of Spain on the Atlantic Ocean, with 22 tracked beaches. The sea here ranges from about 14°C in the coolest month to 26°C at the summer peak, with roughly 5 months a year sitting above 20°C — the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit. Use the beach list below to check the current sea temperature at each spot before you head out.
Galicia
22 tracked beaches in Galicia, Spain, with live Atlantic Ocean temperatures.
Sea
Atlantic Ocean
Avg sea temp now
24.0°C
Best months
June – October
Best time to swim in Galicia
The sea in Galicia peaks in August, when the water averages around 26°C.
The main swimming season runs from June – October, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 5 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Shoulder months like May and November are noticeably cooler but often quieter, with fewer crowds and steadier weather.
Outside peak season the water drops toward 16°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable.
The coldest month is typically February at around 14°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Galicia sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Galicia shows an annual mean sea temperature of 19°C, ranging from 14°C in winter to 26°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 12°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 Galicia, 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.
Jan
15°C
Feb
14°C
Mar
15°C
Apr
16°C
May
18°C
Jun
22°C
Jul
25°C
Aug
26°C
Sep
24°C
Oct
21°C
Nov
18°C
Dec
16°C
Values are area averages; individual beaches vary by exposure and depth.
Galicia sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Galicia?
August is the warmest month in Galicia, when the sea averages about 26°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Galicia?
The coldest month in Galicia is typically February, when the water averages around 14°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Galicia without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Galicia runs from June – October — about 5 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 Galicia?
Outside peak summer the water in Galicia drops toward 16°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 Galicia?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Galicia is about 19°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Galicia?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Galicia, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Beaches in the Galicia
Ranked by current live sea temperature.
- 1Playa de las CatedralesRibadeo, Spain24.6°C
- 2Praia de PantínValdoviño, Spain24.5°C
- 3Praia de BalarésPonteceso, Spain24.5°C
- 4Playa de BaltarPortonovo, Spain24.4°C
- 5Praia das CatedraisRibadeo, Spain24.4°C
- 6Praia de CarnotaCarnota, Spain24.3°C
- 7Playa de MontalvoSanxenxo, Spain24.3°C
- 8Playa de OrzánA Coruña, Spain24.3°C
- 9Praia AméricaNigrán, Spain24.2°C
- 10Playa de RodasVigo, Spain24.2°C
- 11Playa de A LanzadaSanxenxo, Spain24.1°C
- 12Praia de NemiñaMuxía, Spain24.0°C
- 13Praia de SamilVigo, Spain23.9°C
- 14Praia da RapadoiraFoz, Spain23.8°C
- 15Praia de TrabaLaxe, Spain23.8°C
- 16Praia de TrabaLaxe, Spain23.8°C
- 17Praia do RostroFisterra, Spain23.7°C
- 18Praia LanzadaO Grove, Spain23.6°C
- 19Playa de SilgarSanxenxo, Spain23.5°C
- 20Playa de DoniñosFerrol, Spain23.4°C
- 21Playa de RiazorA Coruña, Spain23.4°C
- 22Praia de RazoCarballo, Spain23.3°C
Swimming in the Galicia — FAQ
How warm is the sea in the Galicia in September?
The Atlantic Ocean off the Galicia averages about 24.0°C in September, based on long-term monthly averages for this coast.
When is the best time to swim in the Galicia?
The Galicia is warmest in August (around 26.0°C) and coldest in February (around 14.0°C). There are typically 4 months a year when the water sits above 22°C.
What is the average yearly sea temperature in the Galicia?
Across all twelve months, the sea in the Galicia averages about 19.2°C.
Do you need a wetsuit to swim in the Galicia?
In peak season (around August, ~26.0°C) most swimmers are comfortable without a wetsuit. Outside summer, when the water drops toward 14.0°C, a 3/2mm to 5/4mm wetsuit is recommended.