What is the current water temperature in Malibu?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Malibu?

As of now, in Malibu, the water temperature is 16.46°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 Malibu

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Malibu. 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.

61.6

°F

January 2, 06:02

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

61.6°F

Tomorrow:

61.4°F

Sunrise:

07:01

Sunset:

16:58

Day Length:

9 h. 57 min.

Malibu in January

Minimum:

57.3°F

Average:

59.6°F

Maximum:

61.8°F

Sea water temperature in Malibu today

As of now, in Malibu, the water temperature is 61.6°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 2.4°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably 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 61.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 57.3°F on 2022.

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 61.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Malibu

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	61.6°F	57.4°F	59.6°F
Jan 2	61.6°F	57.9°F	59.2°F
Jan 3	61.4°F	57.7°F	59.1°F
Jan 4	61.5°F	58.1°F	59.1°F
Jan 5	61.5°F	57.5°F	59.1°F
Jan 6	61.6°F	57.5°F	59.2°F
Jan 7	61.7°F	57.7°F	59.3°F
Jan 8	61.7°F	57.3°F	59.3°F
Jan 9	61.5°F	56.4°F	59.1°F
Dec 19	63.6°F	57.0°F	59.9°F
Dec 20	63.6°F	57.8°F	59.8°F
Dec 21	63.9°F	57.8°F	59.9°F
Dec 22	63.6°F	58.1°F	59.9°F
Dec 23	63.1°F	57.7°F	59.9°F
Dec 24	62.9°F	57.8°F	60.0°F
Dec 25	62.5°F	58.0°F	59.9°F
Dec 26	62.5°F	58.0°F	59.9°F
Dec 27	62.1°F	57.8°F	59.8°F
Dec 28	62.2°F	57.5°F	59.7°F
Dec 29	62.1°F	57.3°F	59.7°F
Dec 30	62.2°F	57.6°F	59.8°F
Dec 31	61.8°F	58.0°F	59.8°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 Malibu by month

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

The warmest water in Malibu was recorded on August 11, 2018, reaching a 73.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on April 4, 2025, dipping to 52.5°F. The average readings by season are 59.3°F in Winter, 58.7°F in Spring, 66.3°F in Summer, and 65.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Venice	61.7°F	18mi
Redondo Beach	62.1°F	26mi
Long Beach	62.2°F	38mi
Laguna Beach	62.3°F	66mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Malibu