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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.
Sea temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea now

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.

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