71°F is mild water
A springsuit, or brave it in trunks for a quick dip.
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.
Know before you go
Water temps, tides, and conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Pathr nautical charts
Explore water temperatures on the chart
Select a coastal location on Pathr’s nautical chart to check the latest available NOAA or NDBC water temperature. Readings may come from a nearby sensor when a spot has none of its own.
Frequently asked
What is the water temperature at Santa Monica, Municipal Pier right now?+
The latest reading at Santa Monica, Municipal Pier, California is about 71°F, from NOAA station 9410840. A springsuit, or brave it in trunks for a quick dip.
Is the water warm enough to swim at Santa Monica, Municipal Pier?+
At about 71°F the water is mild. A springsuit, or brave it in trunks for a quick dip.
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.
Bridge clearances near Santa Monica, Municipal Pier
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to Santa Monica, Municipal Pier. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
