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 22.78°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.

73.0

°F

April 8, 17:25

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

73.1°F

Tomorrow:

72.8°F

Sunrise:

06:12

Sunset:

17:42

Day Length:

11 h. 30 min.

Monterey in April

Minimum:

70.0°F

Average:

72.9°F

Maximum:

75.2°F

Sea water temperature in Monterey today

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 73.0°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 74.3°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 69.8°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 72.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Monterey

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 25	74.1°F	71.4°F	73.6°F
Mar 26	74.0°F	71.5°F	73.6°F
Mar 27	73.8°F	72.4°F	73.4°F
Mar 28	73.3°F	72.2°F	73.2°F
Mar 29	73.3°F	71.7°F	73.2°F
Mar 30	73.4°F	70.9°F	72.9°F
Mar 31	74.0°F	71.4°F	72.7°F
Apr 1	74.3°F	72.0°F	72.9°F
Apr 2	74.2°F	71.7°F	72.9°F
Apr 3	73.2°F	71.4°F	72.5°F
Apr 4	73.8°F	71.3°F	72.6°F
Apr 5	73.5°F	70.9°F	72.3°F
Apr 6	73.8°F	71.1°F	72.2°F
Apr 7	73.1°F	70.2°F	72.0°F
Apr 8	73.0°F	69.8°F	71.9°F
Apr 9	72.8°F	69.5°F	71.7°F
Apr 10	72.9°F	69.7°F	71.8°F
Apr 11	72.6°F	68.7°F	71.5°F
Apr 12	72.4°F	68.3°F	71.2°F
Apr 13	72.0°F	66.7°F	70.8°F
Apr 14	72.0°F	67.4°F	70.9°F
Apr 15	71.9°F	68.4°F	70.8°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 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	72.9°F	4mi
Como	72.7°F	5mi
Alexandria	74.2°F	6mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Monterey