Syria — Sea Water Temperature and Annual Ranges
Up-to-date sea water temperatures for the coasts of Syria. 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
Syria’s Mediterranean coast, stretching from the Turkish border down past Latakia and Tartus, experiences a clear seasonal cycle in sea temperatures. In winter (December–February) surface waters are coolest, commonly around 16–19 °C (61–66 °F). Spring (March–May) sees a gradual warming to roughly 17–22 °C (63–72 °F) as air temperatures rise. Summer (June–August) brings the warmest conditions, with coastal sea temperatures typically ranging from 24–28 °C (75–82 °F), making the water comfortably warm for most swimmers. In autumn (September–November) temperatures decline from summer highs to about 21–25 °C (70–77 °F) before the winter cooling sets in. Local variations can occur close to river mouths or in sheltered bays, and short-term fluctuations result from weather patterns and currents.
Swimming Conditions
Swimming along Syria’s coastline is generally allowed and practiced, especially during the late spring through early autumn when sea temperatures are pleasant. Public beaches and resort areas traditionally welcome visitors, and the warm summer waters are suited to recreational swimming, snorkeling and paddling. Access and conditions can vary: strong winds, rough seas or local advisories can make swimming unsafe at times, and water quality may be affected episodically near urban outflows or after heavy rains. Lifeguard coverage and beach facilities are not uniformly available, so swimmers are advised to use designated swimming areas, heed local warnings and take normal precautions against currents and changing weather.