What is the current water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

As of now, in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the water temperature is 15.18°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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Water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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.

59.3

°F

July 26, 01:27

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

58.9°F

Tomorrow:

59.5°F

Sunrise:

06:09

Sunset:

20:19

Day Length:

14 h. 10 min.

Carmel-by-the-Sea in August

Minimum:

53.4°F

Average:

55.5°F

Maximum:

58.3°F

Sea water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea today

As of now, in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the water temperature is 59.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 2.4°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 60.6°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 51.1°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 60.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 59.5°F, while the maximum might reach 61.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 12	57.4°F	56.9°F	56.6°F
Jul 13	57.4°F	56.2°F	56.6°F
Jul 14	57.7°F	56.0°F	56.7°F
Jul 15	58.7°F	54.4°F	56.7°F
Jul 16	58.7°F	55.2°F	56.8°F
Jul 17	59.0°F	54.8°F	56.7°F
Jul 18	58.4°F	56.0°F	56.6°F
Jul 19	58.6°F	55.7°F	56.7°F
Jul 20	58.7°F	56.4°F	56.9°F
Jul 21	57.9°F	56.2°F	56.7°F
Jul 22	59.2°F	57.7°F	56.6°F
Jul 23	60.6°F	58.1°F	56.9°F
Jul 24	59.9°F	59.0°F	57.2°F
Jul 25	58.9°F	60.0°F	57.1°F
Jul 26	59.3°F	60.6°F	57.0°F
Jul 27	59.5°F	61.4°F	57.1°F
Jul 28	59.5°F	62.1°F	57.2°F
Jul 29	59.9°F	62.6°F	57.5°F
Jul 30	60.3°F	62.6°F	57.9°F
Jul 31	60.8°F	62.8°F	58.4°F
Aug 1	61.2°F	62.4°F	58.8°F
Aug 2	61.4°F	61.7°F	59.1°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 Carmel-by-the-Sea by month

In an average year, Carmel-by-the-Sea offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Carmel-by-the-Sea was recorded on August 17, 2020, reaching a 64.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on April 12, 2022, dipping to 50.3°F. The average readings by season are 55.5°F in Winter, 55.2°F in Spring, 57.3°F in Summer, and 58.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Monterey	60.8°F	3mi
San Jose	70.8°F	54mi
Redwood City	69.9°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Carmel-by-the-Sea