61°F is cool water
A 3mm wetsuit keeps most swimmers comfortable.
Sea temperature drives everything from what fish are biting to how long you can safely stay in. It lags the air by weeks, so a warm day doesn’t mean warm water. Check it before you swim, dive, or head out.
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Water temps, tides, and conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional PATHR update. No spam.
Frequently asked
What is the water temperature at Carmel Cove, Carmel Bay right now?+
The latest reading near Carmel Cove, Carmel Bay, California is about 61°F, from Monterey, CA buoy MEYC1. A 3mm wetsuit keeps most swimmers comfortable.
Is the water warm enough to swim at Carmel Cove, Carmel Bay?+
At about 61°F the water is cool. A 3mm wetsuit keeps most swimmers comfortable.
Where does Pathr's water temperature data come from?+
Water temperatures come from NOAA and NDBC sensors. When a spot has no sensor of its own, we use the nearest reporting station. In the Pathr app the temperature shown tracks the station closest to your position on the chart.
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