What is the current water temperature in Monterey?

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 24.05°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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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.

75.3

°F

February 27, 02:51

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

75.2°F

Tomorrow:

74.9°F

Sunrise:

06:41

Sunset:

19:35

Day Length:

12 h. 54 min.

Monterey in March

Minimum:

69.9°F

Average:

72.8°F

Maximum:

75.7°F

Sea water temperature in Monterey today

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 75.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.9°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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 75.4°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 73.3°F on 2021.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 75.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 74.9°F, while the maximum might reach 76.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Monterey

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 13	76.0°F	77.5°F	75.2°F
Feb 14	75.6°F	78.0°F	75.2°F
Feb 15	74.1°F	76.7°F	74.6°F
Feb 16	74.3°F	75.4°F	74.9°F
Feb 17	73.1°F	75.9°F	74.5°F
Feb 18	73.1°F	74.1°F	74.4°F
Feb 19	74.2°F	72.6°F	74.2°F
Feb 20	72.9°F	72.6°F	74.0°F
Feb 21	74.0°F	71.6°F	74.1°F
Feb 22	74.4°F	72.7°F	74.5°F
Feb 23	74.2°F	73.3°F	74.7°F
Feb 24	74.7°F	74.0°F	74.7°F
Feb 25	75.4°F	72.1°F	74.6°F
Feb 26	75.2°F	72.7°F	74.3°F
Feb 27	75.3°F	74.0°F	74.4°F
Feb 28	74.9°F	74.8°F	74.0°F
Mar 1	75.8°F	74.6°F	74.2°F
Mar 2	75.9°F	75.2°F	74.3°F
Mar 3	75.9°F	74.0°F	74.3°F
Mar 4	76.0°F	74.0°F	74.4°F
Mar 5	75.7°F	74.0°F	74.1°F
Mar 6	75.7°F	73.4°F	74.1°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 76 swimming days.

The warmest water in Monterey was recorded on February 2, 2020, reaching a 79.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 29, 2025, dipping to 58.2°F. The average readings by season are 73.2°F in Winter, 71.3°F in Spring, 64.3°F in Summer, and 65.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Beverly Hills	75.4°F	4mi
Como	75.5°F	5mi
Alexandria	75.7°F	6mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Monterey