Selayar Beach — Sea temperature now
Quiet Sulawesi island beach with reef.
Very warm water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
Location
Selayar Beach 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 Selayar Beach
The sea in Selayar Beach peaks in January, 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 June at around 28°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Selayar Beach sits in the Southern Hemisphere, so the warmest sea coincides with the December–February summer and the coolest with July–August.
Selayar Beach sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Selayar Beach shows an annual mean sea temperature of 29°C, ranging from 28°C in winter to 29°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 1°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 Selayar Beach, 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.
Selayar Beach sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Selayar Beach?
January is the warmest month in Selayar Beach, when the sea averages about 29°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Selayar Beach?
The coldest month in Selayar Beach is typically June, when the water averages around 28°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Selayar Beach without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Selayar Beach 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 Selayar Beach?
Selayar Beach 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 Selayar Beach?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Selayar Beach is about 29°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Selayar Beach?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Selayar Beach, 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: Jan – Feb – Mar – Apr – May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct – Nov – Dec
| Month | Sea | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Jan ⭐ | 29°C | Hot |
| Feb | 29°C | Hot |
| Mar | 29°C | Hot |
| Apr | 29°C | Hot |
| May | 29°C | Hot |
| Jun | 28°C | Hot |
| Jul | 28°C | Hot |
| Aug | 28°C | Hot |
| Sep | 28°C | Hot |
| Oct | 29°C | Hot |
| Nov | 29°C | Hot |
| Dec | 29°C | Hot |