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 15.91°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.

60.6

°F

July 26, 12:33

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

60.0°F

Tomorrow:

60.7°F

Sunrise:

06:09

Sunset:

20:19

Day Length:

14 h. 10 min.

Carmel-by-the-Sea in August

Minimum:

53.4°F

Average:

55.4°F

Maximum:

58.0°F

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

As of now, in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the water temperature is 60.6°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 3.4°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

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 63.0°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 51.1°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 61.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 60.7°F, while the maximum might reach 62.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 12	56.9°F	52.8°F	57.1°F
Jul 13	56.2°F	53.7°F	57.1°F
Jul 14	56.0°F	54.4°F	57.1°F
Jul 15	54.4°F	54.6°F	57.1°F
Jul 16	55.2°F	55.7°F	57.1°F
Jul 17	54.8°F	57.5°F	57.0°F
Jul 18	56.0°F	58.5°F	57.0°F
Jul 19	55.7°F	59.2°F	57.1°F
Jul 20	56.4°F	59.3°F	57.2°F
Jul 21	56.2°F	59.1°F	57.1°F
Jul 22	57.7°F	59.0°F	57.0°F
Jul 23	58.1°F	57.5°F	57.2°F
Jul 24	59.0°F	58.9°F	57.5°F
Jul 25	60.0°F	58.9°F	57.5°F
Jul 26	60.6°F	58.3°F	57.2°F
Jul 27	60.7°F	57.7°F	57.3°F
Jul 28	60.7°F	57.6°F	57.3°F
Jul 29	61.0°F	58.8°F	57.6°F
Jul 30	61.3°F	59.3°F	57.8°F
Jul 31	61.6°F	59.8°F	58.1°F
Aug 1	61.9°F	60.3°F	58.5°F
Aug 2	62.3°F	60.9°F	58.9°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 58.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Monterey	62.4°F	3mi
San Jose	65.6°F	54mi
Redwood City	65.3°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

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