Anguilla — Sea Water Temperature and Annual Ranges
Up-to-date sea water temperatures for the coasts of Anguilla. Learn about today’s conditions, monthly averages, and how the surrounding seas and oceans vary by season. We find every place where you can swim and show you the water temperature there today and throughout the year.
Sea Water Temperature Along the Coast
Chart of Average Temperature Changes Over the Last 60 Days
Places with the Warmest Sea Water Today
The Most Popular Seaside Places
Coastal Seas and Oceans
Water Temperature and Swimming Overview
Regions and Map
Water Temperature Trends
Anguilla’s surrounding sea is characteristically warm year-round, with only modest seasonal variation thanks to its low-latitude Caribbean location. Typical sea surface temperatures along the coast run from about 25–27 °C (77–81 °F) in the coolest winter months to roughly 28–30 °C (82–86 °F) in the late summer peak. Spring and autumn sit between these extremes, generally around 26–29 °C (79–84 °F). Because the island is small and surrounded by shallow reefs and bays, localized conditions can be a bit warmer or cooler depending on currents, depth and daily sun exposure, but overall the water is comfortably warm for most visitors throughout the year.
Swimming Conditions
Swimming is widely permitted and popular on Anguilla’s many beaches; warm temperatures and clear waters make it suitable for casual swimming, snorkeling and other nearshore activities year-round. Access is straightforward from public beaches, though amenities such as lifeguards can be limited compared with larger resorts, so swimmers should exercise normal caution. Seasonal weather factors affect safety: hurricane season (June through November) can bring rough surf, strong currents and reduced visibility during storms, and occasional jellyfish or algae can temporarily discourage swimming. For routine conditions, however, the sea around Anguilla remains inviting for recreation, with warm, buoyant water that encourages long swims and snorkeling excursions when local advisories indicate calm seas.