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 17.75°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.

64.0

°F

December 13, 03:46

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

63.7°F

Tomorrow:

63.6°F

Sunrise:

06:52

Sunset:

16:47

Day Length:

9 h. 55 min.

Malibu in December

Minimum:

56.7°F

Average:

59.1°F

Maximum:

62.0°F

Sea water temperature in Malibu today

As of now, in Malibu, the water temperature is 64.0°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 2.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight 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

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 64.1°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 58.5°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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 63.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 62.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 63.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Malibu

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 29	64.9°F	58.5°F	62.3°F
Nov 30	64.4°F	58.1°F	62.1°F
Dec 1	64.4°F	58.7°F	61.8°F
Dec 2	64.2°F	59.4°F	61.7°F
Dec 3	64.1°F	58.9°F	61.6°F
Dec 4	63.9°F	58.6°F	61.5°F
Dec 5	63.9°F	58.4°F	61.5°F
Dec 6	63.7°F	58.1°F	61.4°F
Dec 7	63.4°F	58.8°F	61.4°F
Dec 8	63.5°F	58.7°F	61.4°F
Dec 9	63.7°F	58.3°F	61.4°F
Dec 10	63.5°F	58.6°F	61.5°F
Dec 11	63.4°F	59.0°F	61.5°F
Dec 12	63.7°F	58.5°F	61.4°F
Dec 13	64.0°F	58.5°F	61.1°F
Dec 14	63.6°F	57.7°F	60.8°F
Dec 15	63.5°F	57.6°F	60.7°F
Dec 16	63.3°F	57.3°F	60.5°F
Dec 17	63.2°F	57.2°F	60.4°F
Dec 18	62.9°F	56.9°F	60.1°F
Dec 19	62.7°F	57.0°F	59.9°F
Dec 20	62.6°F	57.8°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 September 12, 2015, reaching a 74.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on April 4, 2025, dipping to 52.5°F. The average readings by season are 59.5°F in Winter, 58.9°F in Spring, 66.4°F in Summer, and 66.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Venice	63.1°F	18mi
Redondo Beach	63.5°F	26mi
Long Beach	63.6°F	38mi
Laguna Beach	63.7°F	66mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Malibu