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 20.15°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.

68.3

°F

May 7, 13:45

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

68.3°F

Tomorrow:

67.7°F

Sunrise:

06:34

Sunset:

17:09

Day Length:

10 h. 35 min.

Monterey in May

Minimum:

70.2°F

Average:

72.8°F

Maximum:

75.5°F

Sea water temperature in Monterey today

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 68.3°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 1.8°F lower 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 reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 71.5°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 68.3°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 67.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 66.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 67.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Monterey

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 23	69.2°F	71.6°F	70.4°F
Apr 24	69.8°F	70.5°F	70.5°F
Apr 25	69.5°F	71.2°F	70.6°F
Apr 26	67.6°F	71.2°F	70.5°F
Apr 27	66.4°F	71.3°F	70.4°F
Apr 28	66.4°F	71.9°F	70.2°F
Apr 29	66.7°F	71.6°F	70.1°F
Apr 30	67.1°F	71.5°F	69.9°F
May 1	68.3°F	71.5°F	70.0°F
May 2	69.0°F	71.3°F	69.9°F
May 3	69.0°F	71.1°F	69.7°F
May 4	68.8°F	70.9°F	69.6°F
May 5	68.6°F	70.3°F	69.7°F
May 6	68.3°F	70.3°F	70.1°F
May 7	68.3°F	70.3°F	70.0°F
May 8	67.7°F	68.7°F	69.5°F
May 9	67.8°F	68.9°F	69.5°F
May 10	67.6°F	68.7°F	69.3°F
May 11	67.3°F	68.5°F	69.1°F
May 12	67.0°F	68.1°F	68.8°F
May 13	66.9°F	69.3°F	68.7°F
May 14	67.0°F	69.2°F	68.7°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 77 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, 71.2°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	68.1°F	4mi
Como	68.0°F	5mi
Alexandria	69.4°F	6mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Monterey