What is the current water temperature in Laguna Beach?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Laguna Beach?

As of now, in Laguna Beach, the water temperature is 16.86°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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Water temperature in Laguna Beach

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Laguna Beach. 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.

62.3

°F

December 31, 17:27

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

62.4°F

Tomorrow:

62.5°F

Sunrise:

06:55

Sunset:

16:53

Day Length:

9 h. 58 min.

Laguna Beach in January

Minimum:

58.9°F

Average:

60.2°F

Maximum:

62.3°F

Sea water temperature in Laguna Beach today

As of now, in Laguna Beach, the water temperature is 62.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 2.2°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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 62.0°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 59.0°F on 2024.

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 62.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Laguna Beach

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	62.5°F	58.9°F	60.2°F
Jan 2	62.3°F	59.0°F	60.1°F
Jan 3	62.3°F	58.9°F	60.1°F
Jan 4	62.3°F	59.1°F	60.1°F
Jan 5	62.3°F	58.7°F	60.0°F
Jan 6	62.1°F	58.6°F	59.9°F
Jan 7	62.1°F	58.9°F	59.9°F
Dec 17	62.5°F	58.7°F	61.3°F
Dec 18	62.6°F	58.9°F	61.3°F
Dec 19	62.8°F	59.1°F	61.2°F
Dec 20	62.4°F	59.3°F	61.0°F
Dec 21	62.7°F	59.8°F	61.0°F
Dec 22	63.1°F	59.6°F	60.9°F
Dec 23	62.5°F	59.3°F	60.9°F
Dec 24	62.2°F	60.0°F	60.8°F
Dec 25	62.0°F	59.8°F	60.8°F
Dec 26	62.6°F	59.0°F	60.8°F
Dec 27	62.5°F	59.0°F	60.4°F
Dec 28	62.5°F	58.7°F	60.4°F
Dec 29	62.7°F	58.7°F	60.4°F
Dec 30	62.4°F	59.0°F	60.4°F
Dec 31	62.3°F	59.0°F	60.1°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 Laguna Beach by month

In an average year, Laguna Beach offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Laguna Beach was recorded on August 25, 2020, reaching a 76.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on April 7, 2025, dipping to 54.2°F. The average readings by season are 60.0°F in Winter, 60.8°F in Spring, 68.5°F in Summer, and 67.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Long Beach	62.1°F	28mi
Oceanside	63.0°F	33mi
Redondo Beach	62.1°F	41mi
Venice	61.6°F	50mi
Malibu	61.8°F	66mi
San Diego	61.9°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Laguna Beach