Platja de la Barra sea temperature
Sea-surface temperature for Platja de la Barra, Spain, with the 7-day outlook and what to wear.
What is the sea temperature at Platja de la Barra today? (3 Sept)
The sea at Platja de la Barra is 27.3 °C today. Warm enough to go without neoprene for a normal session. The sea is about 3 °C warmer than the air, so it will feel mild going in.
Platja de la Barra sea temperature — next 7 days
Sea temperature is essentially flat across the week — open water changes temperature slowly, so it rarely moves much in seven days.
| Date | Sea temp | Range | Suggested wetsuit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 3 Septtoday | 27.4 °C | 27.1–27.6 °C | Boardshorts or swimsuit |
| Fri 4 Sept | 27.4 °C | 27.2–27.7 °C | Boardshorts or swimsuit |
| Sat 5 Sept | 27.5 °C | 27.3–27.7 °C | Boardshorts or swimsuit |
| Sun 6 Sept | 27.4 °C | 27.2–27.5 °C | Boardshorts or swimsuit |
| Mon 7 Sept | 27.4 °C | 27.1–27.7 °C | Boardshorts or swimsuit |
| Tue 8 Sept | 27.4 °C | 27.1–27.6 °C | Boardshorts or swimsuit |
| Wed 9 Sept | 27.3 °C | 27.1–27.4 °C | Boardshorts or swimsuit |
Figures are modelled sea-surface temperature, not readings from a buoy or a thermometer in the shallows — expect a degree either way, and more in a shallow bay on a hot afternoon. Wetsuit suggestions are general guidance: cold tolerance varies a lot between people, and wind, session length and air temperature matter as much as the water does.
What wetsuit for what sea temperature?
| Sea temperature | Wetsuit | Extras |
|---|---|---|
| 24 °C and abovePlatja de la Barra today | Boardshorts or swimsuit | — |
| 22–24 °C | Rash vest or 1 mm top | — |
| 19–22 °C | 2 mm shorty or spring suit | — |
| 17–19 °C | 3/2 mm full suit | — |
| 14–17 °C | 4/3 mm full suit | boots on longer sessions |
| 11–14 °C | 5/4 mm full suit | boots and gloves |
| 7–11 °C | 5/4/3 mm hooded full suit | boots and gloves |
| Below 7 °C | 6/5 mm hooded full suit | thick boots and gloves |
Conditions at Platja de la Barra
Water temperature is one input. For wave height, wind and a 0–100 score per sport and ability level, see the full forecast.
Frequently asked questions.
What is the sea temperature at Platja de la Barra today?
The sea at Platja de la Barra, Spain is 27.3 °C today. This is modelled sea-surface temperature rather than a buoy reading, so allow a degree either way.
What wetsuit do I need at Platja de la Barra?
At 27.3 °C, boardshorts or swimsuit is the usual choice at Platja de la Barra. Warm enough to go without neoprene for a normal session. Cold tolerance varies, and wind and session length matter as much as the water temperature.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Platja de la Barra?
At 27.3 °C the sea at Platja de la Barra is comfortable for swimming without neoprene for most people.
How much does the sea temperature at Platja de la Barra change over a week?
Over the next 7 days the sea at Platja de la Barra stays between 27.1 °C and 27.7 °C. Open water changes temperature slowly, so it rarely moves much inside a week — seasonal change is what matters.
