What is the current water temperature in Monterey?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Monterey?

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 13.93°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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Water temperature in Monterey

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Monterey. 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.

57.1

°F

December 7, 22:58

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

56.7°F

Tomorrow:

57.0°F

Sunrise:

07:06

Sunset:

16:52

Day Length:

9 h. 46 min.

Monterey in December

Minimum:

53.0°F

Average:

55.4°F

Maximum:

58.1°F

Sea water temperature in Monterey today

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 57.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 1.3°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 59.2°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 52.5°F on 2020.

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 57.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Monterey

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 23	58.0°F	53.8°F	56.6°F
Nov 24	57.8°F	54.3°F	56.6°F
Nov 25	57.8°F	54.5°F	56.6°F
Nov 26	57.7°F	54.5°F	56.5°F
Nov 27	57.4°F	54.8°F	56.3°F
Nov 28	56.9°F	55.0°F	56.1°F
Nov 29	57.5°F	54.6°F	56.0°F
Nov 30	57.3°F	54.2°F	55.9°F
Dec 1	57.0°F	54.0°F	55.7°F
Dec 2	56.8°F	54.0°F	55.8°F
Dec 3	56.8°F	54.0°F	55.7°F
Dec 4	57.0°F	53.8°F	55.8°F
Dec 5	56.7°F	54.0°F	55.8°F
Dec 6	56.7°F	54.4°F	55.8°F
Dec 7	57.1°F	54.5°F	55.8°F
Dec 8	57.0°F	54.2°F	55.7°F
Dec 9	57.1°F	54.5°F	55.8°F
Dec 10	57.1°F	53.8°F	55.8°F
Dec 11	57.1°F	53.7°F	55.8°F
Dec 12	57.2°F	54.4°F	55.9°F
Dec 13	57.3°F	54.5°F	56.0°F
Dec 14	57.2°F	54.8°F	55.9°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 Monterey by month

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

The warmest water in Monterey was recorded on August 17, 2020, reaching a 66.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 28, 2023, dipping to 50.9°F. The average readings by season are 55.5°F in Winter, 55.7°F in Spring, 58.4°F in Summer, and 58.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Carmel-by-the-Sea	57.4°F	3mi
San Jose	55.2°F	51mi
Redwood City	55.4°F	64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Monterey