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 12.65°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.

54.8

°F

July 5, 20:52

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

54.9°F

Tomorrow:

55.6°F

Sunrise:

05:55

Sunset:

20:29

Day Length:

14 h. 34 min.

Monterey in July

Minimum:

53.4°F

Average:

55.4°F

Maximum:

58.3°F

Sea water temperature in Monterey today

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 54.8°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 2.4°F lower 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 59.9°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 53.0°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 56.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 55.6°F, while the maximum might reach 56.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Monterey

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 21	53.9°F	57.5°F	56.8°F
Jun 22	53.2°F	56.3°F	57.1°F
Jun 23	53.7°F	56.3°F	57.0°F
Jun 24	53.5°F	56.0°F	57.1°F
Jun 25	53.4°F	56.4°F	57.3°F
Jun 26	52.3°F	54.2°F	57.1°F
Jun 27	52.8°F	53.5°F	57.3°F
Jun 28	53.0°F	54.1°F	57.1°F
Jun 29	53.9°F	54.3°F	57.5°F
Jun 30	54.5°F	54.7°F	57.5°F
Jul 1	54.4°F	55.4°F	57.6°F
Jul 2	54.6°F	55.0°F	57.3°F
Jul 3	55.5°F	56.6°F	57.2°F
Jul 4	54.9°F	58.5°F	57.1°F
Jul 5	54.8°F	59.5°F	57.2°F
Jul 6	55.6°F	59.1°F	58.0°F
Jul 7	55.9°F	58.5°F	58.3°F
Jul 8	56.2°F	58.9°F	58.6°F
Jul 9	56.4°F	57.8°F	58.8°F
Jul 10	56.7°F	59.8°F	59.2°F
Jul 11	56.3°F	57.1°F	58.8°F
Jul 12	55.8°F	55.9°F	58.2°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 58.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Carmel-by-the-Sea	54.2°F	3mi
San Jose	65.0°F	51mi
Redwood City	67.7°F	64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Monterey