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 22.7°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.

72.9

°F

December 11, 02:22

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.5°F

Tomorrow:

72.9°F

Sunrise:

05:37

Sunset:

19:59

Day Length:

14 h. 22 min.

Monterey in December

Minimum:

72.4°F

Average:

73.7°F

Maximum:

75.4°F

Sea water temperature in Monterey today

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 72.9°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 2.1°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 stay about the same.

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 74.6°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 69.5°F on 2020.

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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 73.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 72.9°F, while the maximum might reach 73.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Monterey

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 27	71.2°F	73.8°F	69.8°F
Nov 28	70.4°F	72.8°F	69.7°F
Nov 29	70.4°F	73.1°F	69.8°F
Nov 30	70.5°F	72.6°F	69.8°F
Dec 1	71.1°F	72.2°F	69.9°F
Dec 2	70.6°F	72.3°F	69.9°F
Dec 3	70.4°F	71.1°F	69.8°F
Dec 4	70.1°F	71.3°F	69.7°F
Dec 5	71.0°F	71.5°F	70.0°F
Dec 6	72.2°F	71.3°F	70.5°F
Dec 7	71.8°F	71.2°F	70.5°F
Dec 8	71.6°F	72.5°F	70.5°F
Dec 9	71.7°F	72.1°F	70.6°F
Dec 10	72.5°F	71.1°F	70.4°F
Dec 11	72.9°F	72.0°F	70.8°F
Dec 12	72.9°F	71.6°F	70.8°F
Dec 13	73.2°F	72.7°F	71.1°F
Dec 14	73.3°F	72.5°F	71.2°F
Dec 15	73.4°F	74.2°F	71.3°F
Dec 16	73.5°F	74.9°F	71.4°F
Dec 17	73.6°F	75.9°F	71.5°F
Dec 18	73.7°F	74.9°F	71.6°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 July 29, 2025, dipping to 58.2°F. The average readings by season are 73.1°F in Winter, 71.2°F in Spring, 64.4°F in Summer, and 65.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Beverly Hills	72.8°F	4mi
Como	72.6°F	5mi
Alexandria	73.0°F	6mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Monterey