What is the current water temperature in Long Beach?

As of now, in Long Beach, the water temperature is 23.0°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Long Beach

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Long 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.

73.4

°F

September 1, 12:46

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

74.6°F

Tomorrow:

73.6°F

Sunrise:

06:26

Sunset:

19:18

Day Length:

12 h. 52 min.

Long Beach in September

Minimum:

57.1°F

Average:

59.0°F

Maximum:

61.7°F

Sea water temperature in Long Beach today

As of now, in Long Beach, the water temperature is 73.4°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 6.9°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 rise a bit.

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 70.0°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 60.4°F on 2022.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 74.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 73.6°F, while the maximum might reach 74.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Long Beach

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 18	68.1°F	70.5°F	66.6°F
Aug 19	66.8°F	71.5°F	67.0°F
Aug 20	66.8°F	71.6°F	67.6°F
Aug 21	67.5°F	71.5°F	67.7°F
Aug 22	69.0°F	71.5°F	68.2°F
Aug 23	70.0°F	71.7°F	68.6°F
Aug 24	71.6°F	72.1°F	68.7°F
Aug 25	72.0°F	72.4°F	68.9°F
Aug 26	72.1°F	71.2°F	68.9°F
Aug 27	72.8°F	71.3°F	68.5°F
Aug 28	73.6°F	72.2°F	67.9°F
Aug 29	74.6°F	71.4°F	67.3°F
Aug 30	75.3°F	72.0°F	67.6°F
Aug 31	74.6°F	71.1°F	67.3°F
Sep 1	73.4°F	69.7°F	66.5°F
Sep 2	73.6°F	70.2°F	66.7°F
Sep 3	74.3°F	70.4°F	67.3°F
Sep 4	74.1°F	68.8°F	67.1°F
Sep 5	74.2°F	67.1°F	67.3°F
Sep 6	73.8°F	66.5°F	66.9°F
Sep 7	73.8°F	67.2°F	66.8°F
Sep 8	74.0°F	67.8°F	67.0°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 Long Beach by month

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

The warmest water in Long Beach was recorded on August 30, 2026, reaching a 75.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on April 11, 2023, dipping to 51.6°F. The average readings by season are 59.3°F in Winter, 59.6°F in Spring, 65.4°F in Summer, and 65.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Redondo Beach	74.6°F	13mi
Venice	74.6°F	22mi
Laguna Beach	77.5°F	28mi
Malibu	73.7°F	38mi
Oceanside	76.1°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Long Beach