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 18.93°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 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.

66.1

°F

October 24, 17:04

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

64.7°F

Tomorrow:

66.1°F

Sunrise:

07:23

Sunset:

18:20

Day Length:

10 h. 57 min.

Monterey in November

Minimum:

53.3°F

Average:

55.4°F

Maximum:

57.6°F

Sea water temperature in Monterey today

As of now, in Monterey, the water temperature is 66.1°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 7.2°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 stay about the same.

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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 61.5°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 56.1°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 65.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 66.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Monterey

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 10	62.2°F	61.6°F	59.8°F
Oct 11	63.6°F	63.3°F	59.9°F
Oct 12	63.1°F	63.1°F	59.3°F
Oct 13	63.2°F	63.1°F	59.1°F
Oct 14	62.6°F	62.7°F	59.3°F
Oct 15	62.6°F	61.8°F	59.2°F
Oct 16	63.3°F	61.6°F	59.2°F
Oct 17	63.8°F	61.5°F	59.1°F
Oct 18	64.9°F	61.1°F	59.1°F
Oct 19	67.0°F	58.6°F	59.1°F
Oct 20	65.1°F	58.7°F	59.2°F
Oct 21	65.1°F	59.7°F	59.2°F
Oct 22	65.0°F	59.5°F	59.2°F
Oct 23	64.7°F	59.6°F	59.2°F
Oct 24	66.1°F	60.1°F	58.9°F
Oct 25	66.1°F	61.0°F	58.9°F
Oct 26	65.8°F	60.7°F	58.6°F
Oct 27	65.4°F	60.8°F	58.2°F
Oct 28	65.1°F	60.2°F	58.0°F
Oct 29	65.0°F	60.2°F	57.8°F
Oct 30	65.4°F	60.2°F	58.2°F
Oct 31	65.3°F	60.1°F	58.1°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 October 19, 2026, reaching a 67.0°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, 55.8°F in Spring, 58.2°F in Summer, and 58.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Carmel-by-the-Sea	66.3°F	3mi
San Jose	62.2°F	51mi
Redwood City	63.5°F	64mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Monterey