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 12.8°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.

55.0

°F

May 10, 00:31

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

55.0°F

Tomorrow:

55.1°F

Sunrise:

06:05

Sunset:

20:04

Day Length:

13 h. 59 min.

Carmel-by-the-Sea in May

Minimum:

53.5°F

Average:

55.4°F

Maximum:

58.7°F

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

As of now, in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the water temperature is 55.0°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 0.4°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 stay about the same.

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 57.9°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 52.4°F on 2022.

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 55.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 55.1°F, while the maximum might reach 56.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 26	55.9°F	55.0°F	55.1°F
Apr 27	56.5°F	55.7°F	55.2°F
Apr 28	56.0°F	56.3°F	54.9°F
Apr 29	55.6°F	56.4°F	54.9°F
Apr 30	55.3°F	56.4°F	55.0°F
May 1	55.0°F	56.2°F	54.9°F
May 2	55.1°F	56.4°F	54.8°F
May 3	55.3°F	56.4°F	54.9°F
May 4	54.3°F	56.5°F	54.8°F
May 5	55.0°F	55.1°F	54.8°F
May 6	55.6°F	54.8°F	54.7°F
May 7	56.0°F	54.5°F	54.8°F
May 8	55.5°F	54.1°F	54.5°F
May 9	55.0°F	54.0°F	54.5°F
May 10	55.0°F	53.9°F	54.6°F
May 11	55.1°F	53.9°F	54.7°F
May 12	55.3°F	54.2°F	54.9°F
May 13	55.8°F	54.7°F	55.4°F
May 14	56.2°F	55.0°F	55.7°F
May 15	56.2°F	54.6°F	55.8°F
May 16	56.2°F	53.3°F	55.8°F
May 17	56.0°F	53.1°F	55.6°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, 57.6°F in Summer, and 58.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Monterey	56.0°F	3mi
San Jose	61.5°F	54mi
Redwood City	62.9°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

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