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 15.63°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.

60.1

°F

December 15, 14:15

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

60.0°F

Tomorrow:

60.3°F

Sunrise:

07:12

Sunset:

16:53

Day Length:

9 h. 41 min.

Carmel-by-the-Sea in December

Minimum:

52.8°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 60.1°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 4.2°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 rise a bit.

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 58.0°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 53.2°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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 60.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 1	57.8°F	53.9°F	55.9°F
Dec 2	57.3°F	54.1°F	55.8°F
Dec 3	57.3°F	54.1°F	55.8°F
Dec 4	57.5°F	54.1°F	55.9°F
Dec 5	57.0°F	54.4°F	55.9°F
Dec 6	57.3°F	54.7°F	56.0°F
Dec 7	57.4°F	54.7°F	56.1°F
Dec 8	57.0°F	54.4°F	56.0°F
Dec 9	56.4°F	54.5°F	56.0°F
Dec 10	56.4°F	54.1°F	56.0°F
Dec 11	56.6°F	53.8°F	56.0°F
Dec 12	56.5°F	54.2°F	56.0°F
Dec 13	58.2°F	54.8°F	56.3°F
Dec 14	60.0°F	55.0°F	56.3°F
Dec 15	60.1°F	55.0°F	55.9°F
Dec 16	60.3°F	55.5°F	56.1°F
Dec 17	60.3°F	55.5°F	56.1°F
Dec 18	60.3°F	55.2°F	56.1°F
Dec 19	60.2°F	55.3°F	56.0°F
Dec 20	59.8°F	55.5°F	55.6°F
Dec 21	59.9°F	54.9°F	55.7°F
Dec 22	59.9°F	55.0°F	55.7°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 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, 55.1°F in Spring, 57.5°F in Summer, and 58.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Monterey	59.1°F	3mi
San Jose	52.2°F	54mi
Redwood City	52.9°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

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