What is the current water temperature in Monterey?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Monterey?

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 22.07°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Monterey

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Monterey. 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.

71.7

°F

April 29, 02:05

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

71.9°F

Tomorrow:

71.5°F

Sunrise:

06:28

Sunset:

17:17

Day Length:

10 h. 49 min.

Monterey in May

Minimum:

70.2°F

Average:

72.9°F

Maximum:

75.5°F

Sea water temperature in Monterey today

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 71.7°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 1.6°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.2°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 67.4°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Monterey

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 15	71.5°F	68.4°F	70.8°F
Apr 16	72.1°F	67.6°F	70.8°F
Apr 17	72.3°F	67.8°F	70.7°F
Apr 18	72.3°F	68.6°F	70.6°F
Apr 19	70.2°F	68.7°F	70.4°F
Apr 20	69.2°F	69.6°F	70.4°F
Apr 21	69.8°F	70.2°F	70.4°F
Apr 22	71.5°F	69.7°F	70.5°F
Apr 23	71.6°F	67.6°F	70.4°F
Apr 24	70.5°F	67.7°F	70.4°F
Apr 25	71.2°F	68.6°F	70.6°F
Apr 26	71.2°F	69.2°F	70.6°F
Apr 27	71.3°F	69.7°F	70.7°F
Apr 28	71.9°F	69.4°F	70.3°F
Apr 29	71.7°F	67.4°F	70.1°F
Apr 30	71.5°F	67.6°F	69.9°F
May 1	71.5°F	68.4°F	69.9°F
May 2	71.4°F	68.7°F	69.8°F
May 3	71.2°F	69.1°F	69.6°F
May 4	71.1°F	69.3°F	69.5°F
May 5	71.3°F	69.5°F	69.7°F
May 6	71.5°F	69.8°F	69.9°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 Monterey by month

In Monterey, the months January through March offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 74 swimming days.

The warmest water in Monterey was recorded on February 2, 2020, reaching a 79.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 25, 2018, dipping to 59.0°F. The average readings by season are 73.1°F in Winter, 71.2°F in Spring, 64.5°F in Summer, and 65.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Beverly Hills	71.5°F	4mi
Como	71.3°F	5mi
Alexandria	72.4°F	6mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Monterey