Point Reyes Beach Sea Water Temperature
A cool beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around September at about 13.2°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Point Reyes Beach water temperature
Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Point Reyes Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Point Reyes Beach occurs inAugust, September, October, November — peaking at13.2°C (55.8°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 | 10.2°C | 11.5°C | 12.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 9.1°C | 11.4°C | 14°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 9.3°C | 11.3°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 8.9°C | 10.6°C | 12.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 8.1°C | 10.5°C | 13.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 9.2°C | 11.3°C | 13°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 9.3°C | 12.1°C | 16.2°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 10.5°C | 12.7°C | 15°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 10.8°C | 13.2°C | 17.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| October | 10.6°C | 12.9°C | 16°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| November | 10.4°C | 12.7°C | 15.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 10.4°C | 12.1°C | 15.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Point Reyes Beach
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Point Reyes Beach today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Point Reyes Beach this time of year is 13.2°C (55.8°F) — classified as Very Cold (< 16°C). Wetsuit strongly recommended. Sudden entry may cause cold shock. Suitable only for brief, brisk plunges. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Point Reyes Beach?
The highest water temperatures in Point Reyes Beach typically occur duringAugust, September, October, November, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Point Reyes Beach in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Point Reyes Beach average around13.2°C (55.8°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 10.8°C and a maximum of 17.4°C.