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 17.78°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

November 20, 11:02

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

64.0°F

Tomorrow:

63.9°F

Sunrise:

06:32

Sunset:

16:49

Day Length:

10 h. 17 min.

Malibu in November

Minimum:

56.8°F

Average:

59.2°F

Maximum:

61.7°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 1.5°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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 66.0°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 57.7°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 63.8°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
Nov 6	64.9°F	60.5°F	64.3°F
Nov 7	64.4°F	58.7°F	64.0°F
Nov 8	64.8°F	58.9°F	64.1°F
Nov 9	65.1°F	59.2°F	64.4°F
Nov 10	65.0°F	58.7°F	63.8°F
Nov 11	64.4°F	58.3°F	63.5°F
Nov 12	63.5°F	58.1°F	63.3°F
Nov 13	63.6°F	58.4°F	63.5°F
Nov 14	63.7°F	58.3°F	63.4°F
Nov 15	63.9°F	59.4°F	63.2°F
Nov 16	63.8°F	59.1°F	63.1°F
Nov 17	64.0°F	57.6°F	62.8°F
Nov 18	64.3°F	57.2°F	62.7°F
Nov 19	64.0°F	57.9°F	62.7°F
Nov 20	64.0°F	57.7°F	62.5°F
Nov 21	63.9°F	57.9°F	62.4°F
Nov 22	63.9°F	58.0°F	62.5°F
Nov 23	63.7°F	58.0°F	62.3°F
Nov 24	63.8°F	57.3°F	62.3°F
Nov 25	63.9°F	57.6°F	62.4°F
Nov 26	63.8°F	57.6°F	62.3°F
Nov 27	63.5°F	57.3°F	62.0°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 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	64.2°F	18mi
Redondo Beach	64.2°F	26mi
Long Beach	63.7°F	38mi
Laguna Beach	65.0°F	66mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Malibu