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 15.24°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.

59.4

°F

September 26, 16:35

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

59.5°F

Tomorrow:

59.9°F

Sunrise:

06:59

Sunset:

18:59

Day Length:

12 h. 0 min.

Carmel-by-the-Sea in October

Minimum:

53.6°F

Average:

55.5°F

Maximum:

57.8°F

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

As of now, in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the water temperature is 59.4°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 about the same as 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 slightly 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 61.6°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 55.9°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 59.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 59.7°F, while the maximum might reach 60.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 12	61.0°F	62.0°F	59.9°F
Sep 13	60.0°F	62.1°F	59.4°F
Sep 14	58.9°F	61.9°F	59.4°F
Sep 15	58.9°F	61.6°F	59.2°F
Sep 16	60.0°F	61.3°F	59.1°F
Sep 17	60.3°F	61.4°F	59.0°F
Sep 18	60.7°F	61.4°F	59.0°F
Sep 19	61.3°F	61.5°F	59.1°F
Sep 20	61.4°F	61.6°F	59.3°F
Sep 21	60.7°F	62.5°F	59.6°F
Sep 22	60.6°F	61.6°F	59.7°F
Sep 23	59.7°F	61.4°F	59.6°F
Sep 24	59.5°F	60.6°F	59.3°F
Sep 25	59.5°F	61.1°F	59.3°F
Sep 26	59.4°F	60.0°F	59.4°F
Sep 27	59.9°F	60.5°F	59.8°F
Sep 28	60.1°F	61.4°F	60.1°F
Sep 29	60.3°F	62.1°F	60.3°F
Sep 30	59.8°F	62.3°F	59.8°F
Oct 1	59.7°F	62.3°F	59.6°F
Oct 2	59.8°F	62.5°F	59.7°F
Oct 3	59.7°F	63.1°F	59.6°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 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	60.6°F	3mi
San Jose	66.5°F	54mi
Redwood City	67.8°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

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