Water temperature in Malibu
73.3
°F
September 18, 10:57
Trend:
stableYesterday:
72.0°FTomorrow:
73.1°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
12 h. 18 min.Malibu in September
Minimum:
56.4°FAverage:
59.3°FMaximum:
61.7°FSea water temperature in Malibu today
As of now, in Malibu, the water temperature is 73.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 5.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 71.7°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 65.0°F on 2024.
Daily water temperature in Malibu
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4 | 71.0°F | 71.3°F | 69.2°F |
| Sep 5 | 70.8°F | 70.4°F | 69.0°F |
| Sep 6 | 70.7°F | 70.1°F | 69.0°F |
| Sep 7 | 72.1°F | 69.8°F | 69.1°F |
| Sep 8 | 73.0°F | 69.6°F | 69.3°F |
| Sep 9 | 73.3°F | 69.9°F | 69.3°F |
| Sep 10 | 73.9°F | 69.5°F | 69.2°F |
| Sep 11 | 73.8°F | 69.2°F | 68.9°F |
| Sep 12 | 74.3°F | 69.0°F | 69.0°F |
| Sep 13 | 73.7°F | 68.5°F | 68.9°F |
| Sep 14 | 73.0°F | 68.2°F | 68.6°F |
| Sep 15 | 72.8°F | 68.8°F | 68.9°F |
| Sep 16 | 72.3°F | 69.1°F | 69.0°F |
| Sep 17 | 72.0°F | 69.9°F | 68.7°F |
| Sep 18 | 73.3°F | 70.6°F | 68.0°F |
| Sep 19 | 73.1°F | 70.2°F | 67.8°F |
| Sep 20 | 73.1°F | 70.2°F | 67.8°F |
| Sep 21 | 73.3°F | 69.9°F | 68.0°F |
| Sep 22 | 73.3°F | 69.4°F | 68.0°F |
| Sep 23 | 73.0°F | 69.1°F | 67.7°F |
| Sep 24 | 72.8°F | 69.0°F | 67.5°F |
| Sep 25 | 73.0°F | 69.1°F | 67.6°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| Venice |
73.5°F
|
18mi |
| Redondo Beach |
74.0°F
|
26mi |
| Long Beach |
74.3°F
|
38mi |
| Laguna Beach |
75.1°F
|
66mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from Malibu