Pacific water temperature
Pacific, Monterey, CA · Sea/Coast
The current water temperature at Pacific is 17.2 °C (as of October 14, 2026, source: NOAA NDBC).
The sea lags the air by weeks: the warmest water often arrives after the warmest days. Measured buoy values show this honestly.
Water quality
Official EPA rating: excellentMeasurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 358 data points since August 29, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 13.2 °C on August 31, 2026 · highest value: 18.5 °C on September 10, 2026.
In October, temperatures have ranged between 14.6 °C and 18.4 °C.
The current value is 0.1 °C below the October average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: Pacific
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Pacific right now?
The current water temperature is 17.2 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Pacific?
Currently 17.2 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Pacific in October?
In October, the water temperature recently averaged 17.3 °C.
When is the water warmest at Pacific?
Across the measurement record, October is on average the warmest month (17.3 °C).
How is the water quality at Pacific?
The official classification is: excellent.
