Malibu Beach Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Gulf of California, warmest around September at about 20.2°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Malibu Beach water temperature
Pleasant and revitalizing. Great for most beachgoers and active recreational swimming.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Malibu Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Malibu Beach occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at20.2°C (68.4°F) in September.
Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)
Hover a bar for detailsFull 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
| Month | Min Water Temp | Average Water Temp | Max Water Temp | Swimming Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.2°C | 14.7°C | 16.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 13.2°C | 14.5°C | 17.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 13°C | 14.6°C | 17.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 13.5°C | 15.2°C | 16.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 14.7°C | 16.6°C | 19°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 14.3°C | 18°C | 20°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| July | 17.5°C | 19.8°C | 23.1°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 17.6°C | 20.1°C | 23.1°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 16.7°C | 20.2°C | 23.1°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| October | 16°C | 18.8°C | 23.7°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| November | 15.2°C | 17.2°C | 19.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| December | 14.1°C | 15.8°C | 18.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Malibu Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Malibu Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Malibu Beach this time of year is 20.2°C (68.4°F) — classified as Comfortable (20°C – 24°C). Pleasant and revitalizing. Great for most beachgoers and active recreational swimming. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Malibu Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Malibu Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Malibu Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Malibu Beach average around20.2°C (68.4°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 16.7°C and a maximum of 23.1°C.