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 13.06°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.

55.5

°F

March 11, 22:13

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

55.7°F

Tomorrow:

55.7°F

Sunrise:

07:25

Sunset:

19:11

Day Length:

11 h. 46 min.

Carmel-by-the-Sea in March

Minimum:

53.6°F

Average:

55.6°F

Maximum:

59.0°F

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

As of now, in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the water temperature is 55.5°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 0.9°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 considerably 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 57.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 51.3°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 55.8°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
Feb 25	57.3°F	55.6°F	54.8°F
Feb 26	57.3°F	55.2°F	54.9°F
Feb 27	58.6°F	55.3°F	54.8°F
Feb 28	59.5°F	55.1°F	54.8°F
Mar 1	59.4°F	53.2°F	54.7°F
Mar 2	58.7°F	53.6°F	54.7°F
Mar 3	59.2°F	53.7°F	54.7°F
Mar 4	58.8°F	53.7°F	54.7°F
Mar 5	58.2°F	54.0°F	54.6°F
Mar 6	57.3°F	54.3°F	54.6°F
Mar 7	57.3°F	53.9°F	54.5°F
Mar 8	57.7°F	53.9°F	54.6°F
Mar 9	57.2°F	53.7°F	54.7°F
Mar 10	55.7°F	53.7°F	54.6°F
Mar 11	55.5°F	53.2°F	54.6°F
Mar 12	55.7°F	53.2°F	54.9°F
Mar 13	55.8°F	53.2°F	55.0°F
Mar 14	55.8°F	53.2°F	55.0°F
Mar 15	55.8°F	53.2°F	54.9°F
Mar 16	55.8°F	53.2°F	54.9°F
Mar 17	55.9°F	53.4°F	55.0°F
Mar 18	56.1°F	53.4°F	55.3°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, 57.2°F in Summer, and 58.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Monterey	55.3°F	3mi
San Jose	59.3°F	54mi
Redwood City	59.7°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

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