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 17.48°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.

63.5

°F

April 13, 22:50

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

63.7°F

Tomorrow:

63.3°F

Sunrise:

06:27

Sunset:

19:25

Day Length:

12 h. 58 min.

Malibu in April

Minimum:

57.5°F

Average:

59.3°F

Maximum:

61.3°F

Sea water temperature in Malibu today

As of now, in Malibu, the water temperature is 63.5°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 5.3°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 60.9°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 55.5°F on 2019.

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 63.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Malibu

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 30	63.1°F	56.3°F	57.7°F
Mar 31	63.1°F	56.9°F	57.8°F
Apr 1	63.2°F	57.2°F	58.1°F
Apr 2	63.2°F	56.5°F	58.2°F
Apr 3	62.9°F	54.1°F	58.0°F
Apr 4	62.7°F	52.5°F	58.0°F
Apr 5	62.5°F	53.6°F	58.0°F
Apr 6	62.8°F	52.9°F	58.1°F
Apr 7	62.0°F	54.0°F	58.1°F
Apr 8	62.3°F	54.2°F	58.4°F
Apr 9	62.7°F	55.9°F	58.7°F
Apr 10	62.8°F	57.3°F	58.8°F
Apr 11	62.6°F	57.5°F	58.8°F
Apr 12	63.7°F	57.8°F	59.1°F
Apr 13	63.5°F	58.1°F	58.2°F
Apr 14	63.3°F	57.6°F	58.0°F
Apr 15	63.3°F	58.2°F	58.0°F
Apr 16	63.1°F	58.3°F	57.8°F
Apr 17	63.4°F	57.7°F	58.1°F
Apr 18	63.3°F	57.6°F	58.0°F
Apr 19	63.4°F	57.8°F	58.1°F
Apr 20	63.5°F	57.4°F	58.3°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 59.4°F in Winter, 58.9°F in Spring, 66.3°F in Summer, and 65.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Venice	63.9°F	18mi
Redondo Beach	63.6°F	26mi
Long Beach	64.1°F	38mi
Laguna Beach	66.5°F	66mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Malibu