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 20.76°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.

Australia > Monterey

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.

69.4

°F

May 19, 12:07

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

69.2°F

Tomorrow:

69.0°F

Sunrise:

06:43

Sunset:

17:00

Day Length:

10 h. 17 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 69.4°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 0.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 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 71.7°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 65.9°F on 2018.

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 shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 69.0°F, the minimum temperature may reach 68.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 69.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Monterey

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 5	70.3°F	69.5°F	69.7°F
May 6	70.3°F	69.8°F	69.9°F
May 7	70.3°F	70.0°F	69.9°F
May 8	68.7°F	69.9°F	69.4°F
May 9	68.9°F	69.5°F	69.4°F
May 10	68.7°F	69.4°F	69.2°F
May 11	68.5°F	69.2°F	69.0°F
May 12	68.2°F	68.9°F	68.7°F
May 13	69.3°F	68.9°F	68.7°F
May 14	69.2°F	68.8°F	68.6°F
May 15	69.1°F	67.0°F	68.4°F
May 16	69.1°F	67.2°F	68.5°F
May 17	69.3°F	67.2°F	68.6°F
May 18	69.2°F	67.3°F	68.6°F
May 19	69.4°F	67.4°F	68.7°F
May 20	69.0°F	66.0°F	68.4°F
May 21	69.0°F	67.0°F	68.4°F
May 22	69.1°F	66.4°F	68.4°F
May 23	69.1°F	66.0°F	68.4°F
May 24	69.0°F	65.9°F	68.3°F
May 25	69.0°F	66.1°F	68.3°F
May 26	68.8°F	66.7°F	68.2°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	69.3°F	4mi
Como	69.2°F	5mi
Alexandria	69.5°F	6mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Monterey