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Water temperature in Long Beach

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Long Beach. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Long Beach now

68.0

°F

May 19, 13:23

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

68.0°F

Tomorrow:

67.9°F

Sunrise:

06:50

Sunset:

17:00

Day Length:

10 h. 10 min.

Long Beach in May

Minimum:

67.6°F

Average:

69.8°F

Maximum:

72.6°F

Sea water temperature in Long Beach today

As of now, in Long Beach, the water temperature is 68.0°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.1°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.6°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 65.5°F on 2020.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 68.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Long Beach

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 5 68.6°F 68.2°F 68.2°F
May 6 68.4°F 69.1°F 68.1°F
May 7 67.8°F 69.1°F 68.1°F
May 8 68.5°F 69.0°F 68.0°F
May 9 68.0°F 68.7°F 67.8°F
May 10 67.7°F 68.5°F 67.5°F
May 11 67.6°F 68.3°F 67.3°F
May 12 67.5°F 68.3°F 67.3°F
May 13 68.3°F 68.4°F 67.4°F
May 14 68.5°F 68.4°F 67.4°F
May 15 68.3°F 68.2°F 67.5°F
May 16 68.1°F 66.1°F 67.1°F
May 17 68.1°F 65.9°F 67.0°F
May 18 68.0°F 67.1°F 66.9°F
May 19 68.0°F 66.5°F 67.0°F
May 20 67.9°F 67.0°F 66.8°F
May 21 68.1°F 67.1°F 67.1°F
May 22 68.2°F 66.6°F 67.1°F
May 23 68.3°F 65.9°F 67.2°F
May 24 68.1°F 65.8°F 67.0°F
May 25 68.1°F 65.8°F 67.0°F
May 26 67.9°F 66.7°F 66.8°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Long Beach by month

In an average year, Long Beach offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Long Beach was recorded on February 23, 2016, reaching a 75.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 20, 2022, dipping to 57.5°F. The average readings by season are 70.5°F in Winter, 69.6°F in Spring, 62.5°F in Summer, and 63.5°F in Autumn.